Maintenance Mechanic

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 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 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.

Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Gainesville, FL

Shift: 1st Shift – 10 hour shifts – Monday – Thursday

Primary Responsibilities

• Contributes to the general housekeeping of the entire plant area, and the assigned area in the maintenance “shop.”
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities.
• Follows, without exception, all work instructions and safety rules, including the use of all PPE and safety gear. Reinforces the instructions and rules with peers
• Practices safety in all actions, including start up-shut down & lockout / tag out procedures for all responsibilities.
• Contributes to the general, good housekeeping throughout the plant.
• Displays extensive knowledge of, and manages the labeling, disposal, and documentation for hazardous waste, per appropriate work instructions.
• Exhibits excellent forklift / highboy skills. Must be trained on all lifts used in the plant.
• Research, and orders improved and compatible equipment that will standardize equipment types which eliminates the need for a wide variety of spare parts and vendors.
• Fulfills the responsibilities as required for the Quality System for the plant.
• Works with the CMMS to schedule preventive maintenance in a manner to avoid unnecessary down time for production.
• Completes, maintains, and processes all necessary documents pertaining to repairs, purchases and other appropriate activities.
• Displays strong knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities.
• Specific safety knowledge with respect to the plant and equipment

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Good math, reading, communication, and organizational skills
• A combination of 10+ years of technical training and experience
• Certified, or licensed at 2nd class, or higher, in an electrical, mechanical, controls, or other trade.
• Solid working knowledge of computer applications (MS Office suite, internet accessibility).
• Associates degree preferred.

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of various trade fundamentals sufficient to deal with general repairs.
• Must possess skills in mechanics (pumps, mixers, machinery repair), and electrical, including basic PLC troubleshooting.
• Requires demonstrated ability to perform all job duties.
• Displays solid leadership skills.

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

The salary for this role is $28.00 – $35.00 / 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.

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