Process Equipment Reliability Mechanic (Adhesives Manufacturing)

Meridian Adhesives Group - USA; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Meridian Adhesives Group seeks a maintenance mechanic to sustain production lines and facility assets at our Indiana facility. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, and related equipment on a fast-paced production floor.

Join a safety-focused team, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and document all work in MaintainX. This role offers a second shift with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as an industrial or manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic/Technician.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating machinery.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance for production lines and facility assets.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems including motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and pneumatics/hydraulics.
• Document work in CMMS MaintainX and keep records current.
• Champion safety—follow procedures and apply LOTO for maintenance activities.
• Partner with production and maintenance teammates to boost reliability and reduce repeat issues.

Skills

Root-cause analysis

Pumps

Motors

Gearboxes

Conveyors

Independent work

Hand tools

Precision measuring

CMMS

Documentation

Safety culture

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance experience

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification preferred

Job description

Step into a day on our reliability teamAs the go-to mechanic for our adhesives manufacturing operation, you’ll keep production humming by diagnosing issues fast and performing hands-on repairs across process equipment, plant utilities, and facility systems. You’ll arrive ready to tackle anything from a noisy gearbox on a mixer to a pneumatic valve that won’t cycle—always with safety and uptime in mind.What you’ll doOwn preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance for production lines and facility assets.Rapidly troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, mixers, and pneumatic/hydraulic components.Respond quickly to breakdowns to support operators and minimize downtime.Fabricate, assemble, and install parts or subassemblies when needed.Document work accurately in our CMMS (MaintainX) and keep records current.Champion safety—follow procedures, model best practices, and apply LOTO for all maintenance activities.Partner with production and maintenance teammates to boost reliability and reduce repeat issues.Skills you’ll bringSharp diagnostic instincts with solid root-cause thinking and the ability to recommend lasting fixes.Hands-on proficiency servicing pumps, motors, gearboxes, and conveyor systems.Comfort working independently while juggling priorities in a fast-paced plant.Fluency with hand/power tools and precision measuring gear.CMMS literacy and habit for clear, complete documentation.Commitment to safety culture and safe work habits.Bonus: basic electrical troubleshooting ability.Your background3+ years as an industrial or manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic/Technician.Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating machinery.Ability to read manuals, schematics, and mechanical diagrams.High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred.Physical and work environmentStand and move throughout the facility for extended periods.Bend, kneel, crouch, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces as needed.Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. solo; handle heavier loads with help.Frequent use of hands/arms for tool operation and part handling.Comfort with variable temperatures, dust, noise, and typical industrial conditions.Why MeridianMeridian Adhesives Group is a rapidly growing, global leader in adhesive technologies for electronics, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Our core values—Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork—guide how we innovate and how we treat one another. Join a team that values diverse perspectives, invests in growth, and empowers bold ideas that shape our industry’s future.Compensation & schedulePay: $24.00–$26.00 per hour, plus $0.75/hour shift differential.Schedule: 2nd shift, Monday–Thursday, 3:15 PM–1:45 AM.Benefits401(k) with company matchMedical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Life insuranceShort- and Long-Term Disability (STD & LTD)Paid time offParental leaveReferral programExplore more: https://meridianadhesives.com/careers/Meridian Adhesives Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.