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.

H.B. Fuller is a global Fortune 1000 company manufacturing adhesives, sealants and glue at our 35 manufacturing sites in the U.S. (and growing). Our products connect the world and hold together your everyday necessities including your cell phone, food packages, car and home!

H.B. Fuller – Head Quarters, Willow Lake

1st Shift – Flexible

What’s in it For You:

• Established path for next level opportunities, promotions, and wage increases - making this an opportunity for a long-term career path.

• Our excellent benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• FREE medical insurance coverage – all or a portion of your medical premiums will be reimbursed by the company
• 3 weeks paid vacation (increases to 4 weeks after 48 months of employment)
• 11 paid Holidays per year
• Quarterly bonuses based on site performance
• Competitive 401k, with up to 4% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions, 1% automatic company contribution, and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• And MORE!

Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture, and has been recognized as one of the Most Responsible Companies in the world by Newsweek in 2020.

PRIMARY DUTIES
This individual is responsible for maintaining the building, mechanical, electrical, controls and process equipment to high standards for safe and efficient operation. Responsibilities include:

• Perform hands-on preventive maintenance and repairs on all Willow Lake building systems and process equipment, including HVAC, lab hoods, heat recovery systems, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, generators, electrical systems, plumbing, piping, building controls and process controls.
• Assist in management of Building HVAC systems and maintain Campus Security systems.
• Work independently, as well as with the maintenance team, to solve complex maintenance issues and suggest action plans. Assist in identifying potential problems, making immediate repairs, or in developing and implementing effective solutions.
• Use diagnostic equipment and evaluate all available information to perform routine analysis and effectively troubleshoot problems.
• Work with CMMS software (MVP ONE) to maintain preventative maintenance schedule and to complete work requests as needed.
• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment following EHS recommendations and following 5S practices.

• Identify and lead projects to protect company assets.
• Solicit bids and manage external contractors.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

• 5 Years direct hands-on maintenance experience with preferred 3-year corporate headquarters building and laboratory maintenance experience.
• MN State 1st Class C Boiler license or in process of obtaining license.
• Demonstrated knowledge of VFD (variable frequency drives) and MCC’s (motor control centers)

• Demonstrated expertise in fabrication; welding, brazing, soldering and most forms of pipefitting.
• High mechanical aptitude in the repair of pumps, motors, HVAC equipment, and laboratory equipment.
• Experience with operation and troubleshooting of closed loop water chemistry programs, de-alkalizing, reverse osmosis, and deionizing water filtration systems.
• Ability to understand, troubleshoot, and repair complex chemical piping / flow systems.
• Ability to understand, troubleshoot, and repair complex pneumatic control systems.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, electrical schematics, and building / equipment blueprints.
• Knowledge of medium voltage 3 phase electrical systems and low voltage control circuits.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills in all aspects.
• Demonstrated High Safety / Environmental Awareness.
• Safety Training including Lockout-Tagout, Hot Work Permit, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Hazardous Chemical Awareness, Line break, OSHA training.

• Ability to work effectively with others within an interdisciplinary team and professionally interact with coworkers, corporate leadership, and outside contractors.
• Excellent math and communications skills.
• High computer literacy.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all job duties to the highest quality standards.
• Able to participate in on-call rotation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Combination of 10+ years technical training and experience in the operation and maintenance of building controls, process controls, building mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and laboratory equipment.

• Knowledge of JCI Metasys EMS software and Lab Hood Management system (TSI)
• MN 1st Class C Boiler License or in the process of obtaining.
• OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certification.
• Associate degree in building maintenance type field.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to safely work at elevated heights, including on ladders and roofs.
• Must be able to lift to 75# equipment.
• Must be able to operate forklift, electric pallet jack, pallet jack.
• Must be fully trained for awareness and the use the proper PPE for chemicals used at our facility.

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.