Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Nights

H.B. Fuller; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

H.B. Fuller in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support safe, reliable plant operations through preventive and corrective maintenance.

Reporting to the Facility Engineer, this role maintains mechanical, electrical, and facility systems with minimal supervision and collaborates with production and quality teams to reduce downtime. The candidate will troubleshoot mechanical/electrical systems, perform basic PLC diagnostics, use CMMS for planning, and adhere to safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of combined technical training and maintenance experience.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting with PLC basics.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures, PPE, and Lockout/Tagout.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, pumps, and production systems.
• Use CMMS to plan preventive maintenance tasks.
• Complete maintenance, repair, and purchasing documentation.
• Operate forklifts with required training/certification.
• Install new or upgraded equipment within skill scope.
• Train and support maintenance staff as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

CMMS

Basic PLC diagnostics

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

PLC programming

Job description

• Schedule: 12-hr Night Shift (2-2-3 schedule), 6pm-6:30am

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Join H.B. Fuller as a Maintenance Mechanic

• Location: Grand Rapids, MI
• Schedule: 12-hr Night Shift (2-2-3 schedule), 6pm-6:30am
• Pay: $29.00 - $34.00 per hour + $1.00 shift differential
• Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, PTO, paid holidays, and more. Eligibility may vary.
• Career Development: Effective training, learning tools, and development programs to help you grow at every level of the organization.

Position Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic supports safe and reliable plant operations through preventive and corrective maintenance. Reporting to the Facility Engineer, this role maintains mechanical, electrical, and facility systems with minimal supervision. The position partners with production and quality teams to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE and Lockout/Tagout requirements
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment
• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, pumps, mixers, and production systems
• Use the CMMS to plan and complete preventive maintenance tasks
• Complete accurate maintenance, repair, and purchasing documentation
• Operate forklifts and lifts after required training and certification
• Install new or upgraded equipment within defined skill scope
• Train and support maintenance mechanics and helpers as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Five or more years of combined technical training and maintenance experience
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including basic PLC diagnostics
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance systems
• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Requirements

• Refrigeration certification or equivalent technical credential
• Experience with CMMS and preventive or predictive maintenance programs
• Machining, pipefitting, or PLC programming and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely at heights

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $29.00 - $34.00 per hour + $1.00 Shift Differential.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.