Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world. Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
2nd Shift Maintenance Technician
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About this Position
At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.
This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
What you´ll do
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and facility equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations while minimizing production downtime.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical (up to 480V), hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated systems, including VFDs, HMIs, sensors, instrumentation, motor controls, and starters.
- Respond to equipment failures, conduct root cause analysis, replace defective components such as bearings, motors, pumps, gearboxes, sensors, and valves, and verify proper equipment performance after repairs.
- Execute scheduled maintenance activities, inspect equipment to identify potential issues, lubrice machinery, replace worn parts, and maintain accurate maintenance records and equipment history.
- Adhere to all safety policies and regulatory requirements by following Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, using appropriate PPE, maintaining OSHA compliance, and promptly reporting safety concerns and near misses.
What makes you a good fit
- Demonstrated mechanical maintenance expertise, including preventive and predictive maintenance, hydraulic and pneumatic system troubleshooting, bearing and gearbox replacement, pump repair, lubrication practices, welding/fabrication, pipefitting, mechanical alignment, and precision measurement using calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
- Strong industrial electrical knowledge with experience troubleshooting electrical systems, reading schematics, working with AC/DC motors, three-phase power, motor controls, VFDs, control circuits, relays, electrical panels, HMIs, sensors, instrumentation, and performing electrical testing using multimeters and megohmmeters.
- Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities, including root cause analysis (RCA), equipment failure analysis, diagnostic testing, and implementing corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and performance.
Experience with maintenance planning and reliability practices, including preventive and predictive maintenance programs, work order management, CMMS systems (SAP), equipment documentation, and maintenance reporting. - Commitment to workplace safety and effective teamwork, with knowledge of OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), arc flash awareness, confined space entry, machine guarding, fall protection, hot work safety, PPE compliance, safe lifting practices, and strong communication, training, time management, adaptability, and team collaboration skills.
Some benefits of joining Henkel
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
- Career Growth: skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
The hourly pay rate for this role is $31.00. This rate reflects the good‑faith minimum and maximum hourly rate the Company reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. This role is classified as non‑exempt, and employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. In addition to the hourly wage, employees in this position may be eligible for shift differentials, premium pay, bonuses, or other forms of compensation, depending on role and location. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, training, certifications, and work location. This job posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
JOB ID: 26101944
Job Locations: United States, SC, Greenville, SC
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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