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Maintenance Manager

H.B. Fuller · Northbrook, IL

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Level
Manager
Team
Reliability
Base pay
$100k–$125k
Degree
Preferred
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Chemicals
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A management reliability role at H.B. Fuller (chemicals) in Northbrook, IL. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day.

They ask for
5+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names
PLC, Welding, Painting / coating
Base pay
$100k–$125k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Reliability Engineer roles in Illinois: typical posted base $100k–$125k. This one lists $100k–$125k.

Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 10 reliability engineer openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 9 other live reliability postings in Illinois.

Base pay
In line with similar roles

Typical $98k–$120k, from 5 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Typical (5+ years)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Root cause 60%
  • ✓ PLC 50%
  • Automation 40%
  • Team leadership 30%
  • EHS / safety 30%
  • Lean 30%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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Responsibilities

  • ◆Identify and execute maintenance projects with the maintenance team.
  • ◆Maintain and update the preventative maintenance schedule.
  • ◆Report non-conformances and with support correct them.
  • ◆Issue all purchase order request for maintenance projects.
  • ◆Evaluate maintenance support staff for training needs.
  • ◆Plan and oversee repair and installation activities.
  • ◆Identify critical spare parts, monitor inventory, and re-order as necessary.
  • ◆Keep maintenance logs.
  • ◆Manage relationships with contractors and outside service providers.

Requirements

  • ✓Previous Maintenance Management experience or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • ✓Bachelor degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or similar field and at least 5 years of experience OR
  • ✓Successful completion of a vocational school or an associates degree in similar fields and 7 years of experience. Or 10 years of experience in maintenance as a technician or mechanic. Preferred
  • ✓Experience with induction heaters, HVAC, Electric Motors, Fork Lift Repair, Compressor Repair, Process Cooling Tower Experience, Dust Collection Preferred.
  • ✓Knowledge of and experience with electromechanical machine adjustments, motor speeds, feed rates, and identification of machine problems resulting in down time Required
  • ✓Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues in the absence of schematics or electrical drawings
  • ✓Fabrication Skills and general welding & brazing skills
  • ✓Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, schematics, blue prints and procedure manuals.
  • ✓Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • ✓Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • ✓Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
  • ✓Significant experience with induction heaters, Electric Motors, Gearboxes, Drives, PLCS’s, Wiring, Compressors, Process Cooling Loops or other production equipment.
  • ✓Significant experience troubleshooting electrical issues in the absence of schematics or electrical drawings
  • ✓Significant experience with electromechanical machine adjustments, motor speeds, feed rates, and identification of machine problems resulting in downtime

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

The salary for this role is $100,000 - $125,000.

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 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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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 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com .

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring safe and proper maintenance and repair of production equipment. This position will oversee all aspects of the maintenance department including managing personnel, preventative/predictive maintenance programs, spearheading maintenance projects and coordinating with Production Team Management. This person should be a well-rounded individual who is a self-started looking to lead a team of professionals.

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