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Search & Comparison IntentSeeking regular or scheduled childcareLooking for casual, short-term babysitting

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Part Time Machinist Assistant

Oelwein, IA • On-site

Arnold Motor Supply
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Arnold Motor Supply rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Part Time Machinist Assistant

For nearly 100 years, Arnold Motor Supply has provided amazing career opportunities for those who prefer to keep things simple; we focus on relationships, service, and expertise. We're passionate about what we do, and always strive to be the best in our business across the five states and 80 locations in which we operate.

Our Engine Machinists play key roles in offering specialized services to our customers in select locations. The Machinist puts their highly-specialized skills to work to develop custom solutions for our customers. We are looking for a Part Time Machinist Assistant to help with the flow of the day-to-day machine shop operations

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist Machinists with projects as needed
  • Ability to disassemble cylinder heads and blocks
  • Understand our customer's unique needs and accurately record information relating to the machine shop services that are requested.

Our Benefits That Work for You

Benefits can mean different things to different people, but for us, it's making sure our associates can take care of themselves, their families, and their communities.

  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program

Requirements

  • Prior experience in cylinder head and block disassembly is preferred, but we will train the right candidate
  • Manual dexterity skills adequate for disassembly operations
  • Ability to follow directions from the Machinists.
  • Strong organizational skills while working on multiple projects
  • Strong customer service skills and communication skills
  • Prior forklift operator experience or the ability to obtain a forklift license
  • Lifting of a minimum of 70 pounds on a regular basis
  • Standing, lifting, twisting, bending, walking and sitting
  • Some computer knowledge and proficiency is helpful, but not required
  • Your schedule would be flexible with 20-25 hours, Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM

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