Production Mechanic 1st Shift Sarasota FL

$49,920 - $49,920/Yr

Adecco - Sarasota, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Sarasota, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Production Mechanic will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operation of Automatrix machines in a manufacturing environment. This role is crucial for ensuring machine performance, reducing downtime, and maintaining production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and will be involved in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaboration with the production team to ensure quality output.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot Automatrix machines, ensuring that parts meet production specifications.
• Make real-time machine adjustments to ensure smooth operation and minimize defects.
• Replace worn or broken components on Automatrix machines, such as belts, rollers, gears, and sensors.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on Automatrix machines, ensuring that all equipment is in optimal working condition.
• Conduct regular inspections, lubricate parts, check machine settings, and replace consumable parts as needed to reduce the risk of breakdowns.
• Accurately enter downtime events into Power BI, ensuring that data is updated in real time for performance analysis.
• Identify the root causes of downtime and work with the team to implement corrective actions that improve machine reliability and reduce future interruptions.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on Automatrix machines, utilizing both manual and automated tools to detect faults.
• Respond quickly to machine breakdowns and ensure the repair is carried out promptly to minimize production delays.
• Work closely with production operators to identify potential machine issues before they affect production quality.
• Communicate any necessary machine adjustments or maintenance needs to ensure parts remain in specification and meet production targets.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, machine adjustments, repairs, and parts replacements.
• Document downtime reasons and resolutions, ensuring that all entries in Power BI are accurate and up-to-date.
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment performance, reducing downtime, and increasing production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations during maintenance and machine adjustments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training in mechanical maintenance, industrial technology, or a related field preferred.
• At least 2-3 years of experience maintaining, adjusting, and troubleshooting automated machinery, ideally with experience working on Automatrix or similar equipment.
• Strong knowledge of machine mechanics, including troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems, gear drives, motors, sensors, and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with entering downtime data into Power BI or similar reporting tools; ability to generate and interpret downtime reports.
• Ability to diagnose complex mechanical issues and implement effective solutions to keep machines running efficiently.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment, including the use of measuring instruments to ensure parts are within specification.
• High attention to detail when making machine adjustments and performing maintenance to ensure parts meet production standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members and report downtime accurately.
• Ability to lift heavy components, work in confined spaces, and perform physical tasks that require manual dexterity and stamina.
• Prior experience with Automatrix machines or similar automated production equipment is highly preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Any relevant certifications in machinery maintenance, industrial mechanics, or manufacturing operations are a plus.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) is a plus but not required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter benefits
• 401K plan
• Paid Sick Leave
• Holiday pay