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Machinist Assistant

CompanyArnold Motor Supply
LocationOelwein
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 25, 2026
About The Company
For nearly a century, Arnold Motor Supply has been the go-to source for needed auto parts. With 77 locations operating across the Midwest, we are one of the nation’s premier providers of replacement parts, accessories and supplies for virtually all makes of automobiles. We carry everything for a variety of automotive needs, including for the repair shop, body shop, fleets, agriculture and heavy duty. Day in and day out, our over 900 dedicated associates go the extra mile day to get the part or supply for customers when they need it. The Arnold Motor Supply brand is built around the promise that when a customer chooses us, we have their back. We fulfill that promise by placing a priority on parts, pathways, and people. For any auto part or repair needs, Arnold Motor Supply has a solution: • 77 Automotive store locations in four states • 20 Machine shops • 1 Large-capacity machine shop • 3 Parts distribution centers • 3 Industrial coatings blending centers • 2 Stand-alone refinish and auto body supply stores • 1 Aftermarket collision and automotive equipment distribution center
About the Role

Description

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 you 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


Key Skills
Cylinder head disassemblyBlock disassemblyManual dexterityOrganizational skillsCustomer serviceCommunication skillsForklift operationLiftingMachine shop operations
Categories
TradesManufacturingCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
401k Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance Program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Assist machinists with daily machine shop operations and project tasks. Disassemble cylinder heads and blocks while accurately recording customer service requests.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
162
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
25 hours
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