Shop Helper

Nidec Motor Corporation•Houma, LA

About The Position

The Shop Helper performs general labor tasks in support of work on motors, generators, and pumps, along with facility maintenance and upkeep. The role operates company equipment safely, completes required job paperwork and safety training, follows company policies and procedures, maintains a clean and orderly work area, and performs applicable duties under the Quality Management System. Other skilled or non-skilled duties may be assigned by management. The position requires the ability to complete required training, work evenings or weekends if required, and hold forklift and overhead crane certifications. Applicants should have basic or experienced mechanic knowledge, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate, follow instructions, organize work, meet deadlines, and work with coworkers and customers with minimal supervision. A high school diploma or GED, 0–2 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination is listed. The role requires pre-employment background, physical, and drug screenings; compliance with drug and alcohol policies and possible random screenings; and the physical ability to lift or move up to 60 pounds and perform the listed standing, walking, reaching, climbing, balancing, and other physical activities. Personal protective equipment is required in shop and safety-sensitive environments. The work shift is first shift.

Requirements

Ability to successfully complete required in-house or offsite training.
Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends if required.
Possess valid identification.
Ability to operate motor vehicles in compliance with state and federal requirements if travel is required.
Forklift and overhead crane certification required.
Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Basic or experienced mechanic knowledge.
Basic computer skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read, write, and follow work instructions.
Ability to interface with coworkers and customers.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and meet deadlines.
Team-oriented attitude and ability to work with minimal supervision.
High school diploma or GED, 0–2 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must pass required pre-employment background, physical, and drug screenings and comply with company and customer drug and alcohol policies, including possible random screenings.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds without restriction.
Ability to talk and hear; stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to clearly see 20 or more feet with or without corrective lenses, with close, distance, and peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
Use of personal protective equipment for hands, feet, head, ears, and eyes in shop and safety-sensitive environments.

Responsibilities

Assist with disassembly and reassembly of motors, generators, and pumps.
Sandblast, steam clean, clean, and prepare parts.
Operate the cutout saw and place motors, generators, and pumps in the burn-out oven.
Perform general facility maintenance and upkeep, including lawn care, janitorial duties, sweeping, pressure washing, and painting.
Operate company equipment, including forklifts, cranes, and hand tools, safely and efficiently as required.
Complete required paperwork for each job accurately and on time.
Comply with company policies and procedures and perform job functions ethically.
Complete required safety training, observe safety procedures, and use proper protective gear.
Maintain a clean, orderly work area free of hazards as directed by the supervisor.
Perform applicable duties in accordance with the Quality Management System.
Perform other skilled or non-skilled duties as directed by management.