Maintenance Technician

Henkel; Kentucky; On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k matching

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee share plan

Job summary

Henkel in Mentor, OH is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems, support equipment changeovers, and document maintenance activities in the CMMS. The role includes multiple shifts with differential pay and a $1,000 sign-on bonus, reflecting teamwork and safety-focused operations.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in industrial maintenance, strong reading of schematics, and knowledge of VFDs, PLCs, sensors, and robotics.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical systems, sensors, pumps, conveyors, and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Conduct equipment inspections to identify wear, leaks, or potential failures before they impact production.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and documentation in the CMMS system.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment and systems.
• Adhere to all safety standards, LOTO procedures, and company maintenance policies.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and increase efficiency.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Schematic reading

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS software

VFDs

PLCs

Sensors

Pumps

Conveyors

Robotic systems

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Adhesive TechnologiesProductionUnited States, Mentor, OH, OHFull TimeRegular

**_About_** **_this_** **_position_**

At Henkel, you'll be part of an organization that's shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, 'all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you'll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit - where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

**$1,000 Sign-on bonus available!**

**Shift**

Modified 2nd Shift | Sunday (10:30pm-6:30pm) | Monday-Thursday (2:30pm-10:30pm)

Modified 2nd Shift | Saturday (10:30pm-6:30pm) | Tuesday-Friday (2:30pm-10:30pm)

3rd Shift | Sunday-Thursday | 10:30pm to 6:30am

**What you´ll do**

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.


• Conduct equipment inspections to identify wear, leaks, or potential failures before they impact production. Support equipment changeovers, adjustments, and calibrations to meet production needs.


• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and documentation in the CMMS system.


• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve equipment performance and reliability.


• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment and systems.


• Adhere to all safety standards, LOTO procedures, and company maintenance policies.


• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and increase efficiency.

**What makes you a good fit**

• High School Diploma or GED required; Technical or Trade School certification preferred.


• 3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in food, beverage, or chemical manufacturing.


• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude; ability to read schematics, blueprints, and manuals.


• Experience with VFDs, PLCs, sensors, pumps, conveyors, and robotic systems.


• Working knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and CMMS software.


• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.


• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

**Shift Details**

• 1st Shift, Monday through Friday 6:30am to 2:30pm


• 2nd Shift, Monday through Friday 2:30pm to 10:30pm, Shift differential $2.00


• 3rd Shift, Sunday through Friday 10:30pm to 6:30am, Shift differential $1.50

**Some benefits of joining Henkel**

• **Health Insurance:** affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1


• **Work-Life Balance:** Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time


• **Financial:** 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement


• **Family Support:** 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships


• **Career Growth:** skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement

The hourly rate for this role is **$27.00 - $35.00 per hour + $1,000 sign on bonus** . This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position.

We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

Application Deadline: As long as the vacancy is listed on our Career Site, we are happy to receive your application