Machine Mechanic

Scribe OpCo dba Koozie Group • Clearwater, FL

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About The Position

The Machine Mechanic sets up, adjusts, maintains, and troubleshoots silkscreen printing equipment to support safe, efficient, high-quality production. The role helps keep daily production running by minimizing downtime, maintaining equipment performance, and ensuring products meet company quality standards. The position works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and may require overtime, weekends, and varying schedules based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• At least 18 years of age.
• At least three years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience operating and setting up silkscreen printing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and production issues.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, reach, twist, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving machinery, noise, heat, and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and varying schedules based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bottle decorating or printing experience.
• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment before each shift so production can start on time.
• Set up and change over machines by installing, aligning, and adjusting screens, fixtures, and related printing components.
• Verify equipment readiness before production startup.
• Respond to production needs and machine adjustments throughout the shift.
• Adjust machine speed, pressure, registration, and print alignment to maintain product quality.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and make mechanical adjustments to minimize downtime.
• Identify equipment performance issues and communicate larger repairs that require Maintenance support.
• Assist with process improvements to enhance equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Monitor printed products for print quality, color consistency, registration, coverage, and overall appearance.
• Partner with Quality to identify and correct defects before they affect production.
• Ensure equipment settings consistently meet customer and company quality standards.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Annual performance reviews.
• Flexible schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED