Master Mechanic

H.B. Fuller Company; Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401K contributions

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

H.B. Fuller Company is looking for a Master Mechanic in Frankfort, Illinois, to enhance equipment performance and minimize downtime. This full-time position requires collaboration with operations teams to implement preventive maintenance and uphold safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of industrial maintenance experience and must possess a high school diploma. Bilingual skills and a technical degree are preferred.

Competitive salary of $38 - $40/hr, along with a comprehensive benefits package, is offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years maintenance experience in an industrial setting.
• CMRT certification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Working knowledge of RCM and CMMS documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute planned and reactive maintenance tasks per CMMS instructions.
• Document work orders with labor time, root cause, and supporting evidence.
• Service mixers and maintain packaging equipment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Condition monitoring

Root cause analysis

Lean principles application

Bilingual communication (Spanish/English)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or apprenticeship in maintenance/mechanical field

Tools

CMMS documentation

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Master Mechanic page is loaded## Master Mechanicremote type: On - Sitelocations: Frankfort, Illinois, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R26\_0000001117As 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 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www...**Master Mechanic****Frankfort, IL****9am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday, Occasional OT and Weekends****Position Overview**H.B. Fuller seeks a Master Mechanic to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime through reliability-centered practices. This role partners with operations to analyze failures, implement preventive strategies, and execute maintenance work safely. Success is measured by asset uptime, quality of documentation, and continuous improvement results.**Primary Responsibilities*** Follow all safety procedures, PPE, and permit requirements (LOTO, hot work, confined space).* Execute planned and reactive maintenance tasks per CMMS instructions.* Document work orders with labor time, root cause, and supporting evidence the same shift.* Perform condition monitoring (vibration, ultrasonic, infrared, oil analysis).* Support root cause analyses and implement preventive actions.* Identify parts/tools gaps; coordinate sourcing to complete jobs.* Maintain 5S standards; report safety and housekeeping issues.* Drive waste reduction and cost savings using Lean principles.* Maintain and repair packaging equipment, including tube crimping systems (pneumatics).* Service mixers (e.g., double-shaft up to 500 gallons) and pressurized systems.* Troubleshoot motor-driven systems and perform basic PLC fault diagnostics.* Perform maintenance in electrically classified areas following safety standards.**Minimum Requirements*** High school diploma or equivalent.* 7+ years maintenance experience in an industrial setting.* CMRT certification or demonstrated equivalent competency.* Working knowledge of RCM and CMMS documentation standards.* Authorization to work in the U.S.**Preferred Requirements*** Technical degree or apprenticeship in maintenance/mechanical field.* Experience applying RCA methodologies with measurable outcomes.* Certification or training in predictive maintenance techniques.* Proven record of Lean improvements (e.g., reduced downtime or waste).* Experience maintaining pneumatic packaging equipment and industrial mixers.* Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment (no programming required).* Familiarity with pressurized systems and industrial mixing equipment.* Experience working in electrically rated/classified environments.* Bilingual communication skills (Spanish/English) to support collaboration across teams.Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.The salary for this role is $38 - $40/hr based on experience.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, 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.*