We’re looking for a reliable and motivated Industrial Assistant Mechanic to support our client’s maintenance team in Hialeah, FL. If you have hands-on mechanical experience in industrial settings and want to grow with a family-owned company, apply today!
Direct Hire Pay Rate: $18-22/hr (DoE)
Schedule: Monday - Thursday - 7 am - 5:30 pm / Friday - 7 am - 3:30 pm
Role Summary: Tosupport the maintenance team at a paper converting factory with a disposable cup printing line. This role is key to ensuring the efficient and continuous operation of converting, die-cutting, packaging, and printing equipment. The ideal candidate should have experience in industrial environments, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to assist with diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance of machinery.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Maintenance Manager with inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance of industrial machinery, including:
Paper converting machines (folding, wrapping, laminating, die-cutting, etc.)
Flexographic or offset printing equipment for disposable cups
Basic pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems
Diagnose basic mechanical faults and make adjustments under supervision.
Maintain maintenance records and daily operation reports.
Ensure cleanliness and order in the work area.
Help with the installation and startup of new equipment or components.
Respond promptly to urgent repair requests on the production floor to minimize downtime.
Strictly follow safety protocols and industrial best practices.
Requirements:
Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance in industrial or manufacturing environments.
Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
Previous experience in paper, plastics, or converting factories is desirable.
Ability to work in a team and under pressure.
Availability for rotating shifts, overtime, or weekends as needed.
Basic knowledge of measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.) and ability to read mechanical drawings (desirable).
Language: Spanish (required), basic English desirable.
We Offer:
Job stability in a growing family-owned company.
An organizational culture based on human development and purpose-driven work. (VIDA Culture: Visualize, Inspire, Develop, and Act)
Opportunities for training and continuous learning.