This position is located in Deerfield Beach, FL 

Second shift 2pm-10pm 

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic for the Sun-Sentinel Production Maintenance Department. Responsible for mechanical maintenance and repair of production related equipment to ensure maximum availability, and reliability to the users

RESPONSIBILITES

• Mechanically repair all production equipment related to the operation of the newspaper.

• Must furnish all tools necessary to complete repairs and maintenance to production equipment.

• Identify problems with processes or equipment requiring corrective action or maintenance and to communicate these to the Shift Supervisor.

• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine the need for adjustment and repair to ensure maximum reliability to users.

• Perform preventive maintenance functions according to department programs and within the specified time frame.

• Work effectively with co-worker in solving problems and to communicate incomplete work and problems from shift to shift.

• Ensure that safe, established work habits and methods are used to maintain a clean and safe work area.

• Maintain timely and accurate maintenance records and reports in order to track the reliability of preventative maintenance programs.

• To recommend parts for repair of replacement and to help maintain current inventory levels.

• Having the ability to run a manual lathe, mill and welder are helpful to this position.

REQUIREMENTS

• Should have a high school education or equivalent. Must have 5 years of experience as a machinist or mechanic in an industrial environment.

• Ability to read and understand equipment schematics, blueprints and manuals.

• Must be able to diagnose and repair production equipment in a timely and effective manner to assure its properly functioning condition.

• Must be able to lift equipment that will weigh up to 50 1bs, also must be able to lay down under raised equipment. Must be able to walk for extended periods of time.  Must be able to bend and kneel in order to work on hard to reach equipment. 

• Must be able to work in conditions that may be unfavorable. This could include dusty condition, greasy and dirty areas. 95% of the time you work in a 385,000 sq. foot air conditioned facility.

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