Job Description

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.

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Simpsonville, SC

1st Shift 8am-5pm; Monday - Friday with Rotating Weekends

Position Overview

The Industrial Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical equipment and systems within the facility. The successful candidate must be capable of working in confined spaces, at heights, and on systems containing hazardous materials. This position requires on-call availability and the ability to respond quickly to urgent situations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of various mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, piping, and boilers.

• Safely operate hand tools and power tools to complete assigned tasks.

• Work in confined spaces and at heights, as necessary.

• Follow safety protocols when working on systems that contain hazardous materials.

• Participate in the preventive maintenance (PM) program to ensure equipment reliability.

• Conduct inspections of mechanical equipment, identify potential issues, and take corrective action.

• Assist in the fabrication and welding of equipment as needed.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report any equipment issues to management.

• Be available for on-call duty and respond promptly to emergency situations.

• Adhere to company safety policies, including lockout/tagout procedures, line breaking procedures, and hot work programs.

• Read and interpret blueprints and engineered drawings.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

​Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

• Must be able to pass a physical examination for a respirator fit test.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.

• Willingness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and on systems with hazardous materials.

• Must have reliable transportation.

• Knowledge of hand tools and power tools.

• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with piping systems, including modifying, cleaning, and maintaining.

• Experience maintaining a preventive maintenance program.

• Familiarity with various types of pumps (double diaphragm, gear, centrifugal, trash pumps).

• Experience with air compressors, air dryers, and associated fittings and valves.

• Boiler and cooling tower experience.

• Knowledge of actuated valving systems.

• Experience reading and understanding blueprints and engineered drawings.

• Fabrication and welding experience.

• Knowledge of or experience with lockout/tagout programs, line breaking procedures, hot work programs, working at heights, and 5S methodologies.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong sense of urgency to complete tasks safely and promptly.

• Basic understanding of electrical systems.

• Experience working in a Class 1 Division 2 environment.

• Understanding of maintaining and repairing gearboxes and agitators.

• Rigging experience.

Physical Environment

• Work in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Exposure to various weather conditions, hazardous materials, and confined spaces.

• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

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.