JobsRUs.com is seeking to hire a Maintenance Mechanic for our client in Sarasota, FL! Benefits Available! Weekly Pay! Pay Rate - $25/hr 1st Shift: 6am-2:30pm Job Description The Maintenance Mechanic I will be responsible for performing repairs on plant equipment and preventive maintenance items on the facility equipment and Setting Plastic Injection Molds. The Maintenance Mechanic I will possess a general knowledge of various trade fundamentals sufficient to deal with repairs and tasks assigned. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Work independently (i.e. with minimal supervision) as well as within the context of a team. • Perform repairs on equipment as directed. • Remove and Install Molds in Molding machines per instructions • Clean and prepare molds for future use in Molding Machines. • Maintain records of maintenance and repairs made to equipment and Molds. • Operate production equipment to check work as required. • Perform assembly, cutting, and grinding. • Provide support to production during machine breakdowns. • Work from drawings, Work Instructions and verbal instructions or sketches. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: • One year experience in a general maintenance related position. • Understand basic Rigging procedures and Crane operation. • Perform basic arithmetic computations (i.e., add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals) • Good organizational skills • Ability to work without supervision • Knowledge of basic industrial equipment. • Apply proper safety practices and follow procedures while performing maintenance tasks. • Operate power tools and mechanical equipment safely and effectively. • Basic understanding of machine guarding. • Must be a self-starter, independent and be able to work in a fast paced and challenging environment. • Good written and oral communication skills. • Dependability and ability to adapt to change are essential. • Follow applicable work instructions. • Follow established company policies. • Follow all established health and safety policies. • Ability to read, write and communicate in English. • Knowledge of GMP • May be required to operate company owned or leased vehicles and trucks. • Must have safe driving record, valid driver license, and be able to pass DMV background check. • Ability to safely operate company owned or leased vehicles on public and private roads. OTHER REQUIREMENTS (SPECIALIZED): • Computer literacy a plus • Minimum of one year experience in a maintenance related position. • Able to read micrometers and calipers and other precision instruments PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to sit for at least 4 hours at a time. • Must be able to stand for at least 4 hours at a time. • Have normal eye/hand motor coordination and the ability to grasp and hold small objects. • Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, twist, reach with hands and arms several times a shift. • Possess a normal extended reach. • Consistently uses manual dexterity. • Must be able to climb a ladder. • Must be able to climb stairs. • Have the ability to determine color acuity. • Must be able to travel via car or plane to designated areas. • Must be able to transport, lift, and demonstrate materials, product and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES: • Possess a good working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems and components. • Able to read and understand repair manuals and drawings. • Able to analyze problems and develop solutions. • Understanding proper safety practices and able to follow procedures while performing maintenance tasks. • Basic cost analysis skills. \• Technical writing skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Planning and organizing abilities. • Ability to perform arithmetic computations (i.e., add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals) • Must be able to operate power tools and mechanical equipment effectively and safely. • Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of management. • Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations. • Good analytical and interpersonal skills. • Must be detail oriented and have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. • Must be a self starter, independent and be able to work in a fast paced and challenging environment. • Dependability and ability to adapt to change are essential. • Follow applicable work instructions. • Follow established company policies. • Follow all established health and safety policies. • Ability to read, write and communicate in English. • Knowledge of GMP. • May be required to operate company owned or leased vehicles and trucks. • Must have safe driving record, valid driver license, and be able to pass DMV background check. • Ability to safely operate company owned or leased vehicles on public and private roads. Required Experience • Minimum of four years experience in a maintenance related position. • Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as applicable with the ability to learn other applicable programs as necessary. • Must be able to use all office equipment • High school diploma or equivalent preferred. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: • Limited temperature fluctuations, air condition environment • Exposure to general manufacturing environment SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES: • May direct the work of other maintenance department team members as required by Manager • Individual contributor