Mechanic Helper (3411)

Job DetailsJob Location: Miami, FL 33142Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Day  Summary: Assists mechanics by performing the primary function of sewing equipment maintenance, such as lubricating equipment, installing needle protectors, and performing other assigned tasks. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Does preventive maintenance on equipment (i.e., change oil, blow motors, adjust machines, clean machines, check times) Record keeping- records equipment preventive maintenance by keeping logs on maintenance performed. Install safety equipment, such as needle protectors and guards. All other duties as assigned. QualificationsEducation and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required.  Experience in industrial equipment or sewing equipment is preferred. Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Appearance/Personality - Listens well, is dependable, and takes pride in work. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations. Customer Service: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions. Quality Management - Seeks opportunities to enhance and promote quality; exhibits accuracy and thoroughness. Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Ethics - Treats people with respect, keeps commitments, inspires the trust of others, works with integrity and ethics, and upholds organizational values. Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration, regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for one's own actions; follows through on commitments. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; seeks ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to enhance performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work promptly; strives to increase productivity; works efficiently and effectively. Safety and Security: Observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions, keeps commitments, commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies the appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demands:  Must reach all areas of the sewing machine on the production floor.  Also, you must be able to lift and carry at least 20 lbs.  Good hand and finger coordination, as well as the safe operation of hand tools such as screwdrivers, vacuum cleaners, wrenches, and brushes.  Must have good vision to observe proper levels of oil and small screws. Work Environment:  Able to work in a noisy factory/manufacturing environment and withstand heavy traffic and floor vibrations.