About this role
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 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 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. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.
PLC / Controls Master Mechanic
South Bend, Indiana
3rd Shift - 10pm to 6:30am
Primary Responsibilities
Perform technical and analytical services essential to the control systems and associated equipment (electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic)
Maintain and troubleshoot plant controls and electrical circuits
Complete repairs as necessary
Perform all work safely while maintaining instrumentation, including but not limited to, pressure, temperature, level, and flow devices that provide input to the various control systems
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with environmental permits and regulations
Complete data sheets, test records, and other operational documentation for equipment and systems in the computer-based work order system
Understand and utilize a variety of hand tools, power tools, measurement, and test equipment in the performance of duties
Candidate must exemplify Our Values and be a team player with a positive attitude
The successful candidate must support the Company's 9 principles of safety
Minimum Requirements
10+ years of industrial maintenance mechanic experience with a focus on Controls and Electrical, or a combination of a two-year technical degree from a certified technical institution and relevant experience
General knowledge in Rockwell software and Allen Bradley PLCs
Must be able to troubleshoot complex electronic systems
Must have good problem-solving skills in troubleshooting/understanding plant processes
Should be able to interpret electrical prints
Analyzes trends and operating parameters on various electrical systems and equipment to identify potential or impending failures and to ensure plant is running at optimal efficiency
Successful completion of the Technical Aptitude Test for Master Mechanics
Candidate must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer applications
Ability to work independently and as an effective team member
Effective oral and written communication skills
Demonstrates initiative and possess the ability to multi-task
Must be able to support production work schedule, including weekend and holiday shift work when necessary
Incumbent must be highly motivated, value continuous learning and be adaptable to a changing work environment
Preferred Requirements
Experience manufacturing based electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic controls
Plant Operations experience
Detailed knowledge of plant control and data acquisition systems
Functional logic diagram experience
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.
The salary for this role is $36.13/hr + $1 Shift Differential.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.
Other facts
About H.B. Fuller
H.B. Fuller is a leading global adhesives provider focusing on perfecting adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemical products to improve products and lives.
Your day probably begins and ends with us. Just about everywhere you look – including the windows through which you see and the magazines you read – you’ll find industrial adhesives and sealants produced by H.B. Fuller. Most likely, we made the glue holding together your cereal box, the seals that keep your refrigerator airtight, and the specialty adhesive in your baby’s disposable diaper. While our products are virtually invisible, they play a vital role in ensuring the quality and convenience of modern life. We take pride in working with our customers to add value.
At H.B. Fuller, we are committed to connecting what matters, bringing together people, products and processes that answer and solve some of the world's biggest adhesion challenges. Through our reliable, responsive technical service, we create lasting, rewarding connections with customers in the packaging, hygiene, electronic and assembly materials, automotive, paper converting, woodworking, construction, general assembly and consumer goods industries.
And, we are committed to building an environment where employees are engaged, challenged and given an opportunity to drive superior results. We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company. With long-term, profitable growth as the ultimate goal, we strive to cultivate an environment that offers stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities.
What you'll do
- The PLC / Controls Master Mechanic will perform technical and analytical services essential to control systems and associated equipment, including troubleshooting and maintaining plant controls. They will ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations while documenting operational data.
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