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.

H.B. Fuller has now acquired ND Industries, located at 1840 Raymond Drive, Northbrook, IL.

Maintenance Mechanic

Northbrook, IL

Day Shift, Monday- Friday, some Weekends

$30.00-$32.00/hr

Primary Responsibilities:

• Follows, without exception, all work instructions and safety rules, including the use of all PPE and safety gear.

• Contributes to the general housekeeping of the entire plant area, and the assigned area in the maintenance “shop.”

• Exhibits excellent forklift / highboy skills.  Must be trained on all lifts used in the plant. 

• Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities.

• Specific safety knowledge with respect to the plant and equipment
  Quality.

• Researches 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.
  Productivity

• Trains other maintenance mechanics, and maintenance helpers.

• Provides maintenance on plant electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and other systems, plus general maintenance, with limited supervision.

• Cleans, lubricates, and adjusts mechanical parts as necessary. 
  Within the scope of knowledge, and abilities, installs new equipment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Certification from a Trade School.

• Good math, reading, communication, and organizational skills

• Solid working knowledge of computer applications (MS Office suite, internet accessibility).

• Must posses skills in mechanics (pumps, mixers, machinery repair), and electrical, including basic PLC troubleshooting.   

•  Requires demonstrated ability to perform all job duties.

Physical Environment:

• • Required to stand for long periods of time
• • Walk and climb stairs
• • Use hands to remove or lift boxes
• • Stretch and reach with arms extended
• • Stoop and bend
• • Regularly lift up to 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds with assistance
• • Temperature, dust, smell and noise are under normal chemical environment conditions

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

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.