Assistant Mechanic — North Star Auto

Overview

At North Star Auto, I worked in a body shop environment for several years, supporting repair operations, maintaining organization, and assisting technicians. Alongside mechanical work, I helped manage inventory tracking through Excel to ensure smooth workflow and prevent part shortages.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisted technicians with repair prep, part removal, reassembly, and workflow coordination.
• Maintained clean and organized workstations to improve efficiency and safety.
• Supported daily repair timelines to help meet customer delivery expectations.
• Followed shop safety protocols and quality standards consistently.

Inventory Management (Excel-Based)

• Tracked parts and shop supplies using Excel spreadsheets.
• Logged incoming and outgoing inventory to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Helped reduce delays by identifying shortages before they impacted repairs.
• Organized digital records to streamline part retrieval and ordering.

Skills & Tools Used

• Microsoft Excel (inventory tracking & organization)
• Mechanical tools & shop equipment
• Team communication in production environments
• Time management & workflow prioritization
• Attention to detail & quality control

What I Learned

• How operational organization directly impacts productivity and customer satisfaction.
• How inventory management supports mechanical efficiency.
• How to work under deadlines while maintaining consistent quality standards.