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Machine Operators - Keosauqua, IA 

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 3:16:00 PM

MACHINE OPERATOR

OVERVIEW

Temp-to-Hire job opportunity at an industrial facility in Keosauqua.  Always something new with this production job!  Great opportunity to find work close to home.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plans machining by studying work order, blueprint, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters
  • Working on a variety of machines and in various areas
  • Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strong mathematical and problem-solving abilities
  • Dependable and Reliable 
  • Strong mathematical and problem-solving abilities
  • Mechanical and technical aptitude
  • Ability to stand for 10 hrs
  • Strong hand/eye coordination
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Good attendance

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • High School Diploma/Equivalent
  • Previous experience in a machine shop or as a Machine Operator a plus!

WORK HOURS/SHIFT

  • 1st Shift is Monday – Thursday 6:00am – 3:00pm & Friday 6:00am-10:00am
  • 2nd Shift is Monday – Thursday 3:00pm – 1:30am

WAGE

  • $16/hr starting wage

SCREENING/TESTING REQUIREMENTS

  • Pre-employment background screening
  • Pre-employment drug testing

If you have already applied, please call us at (319) 385-1724. If you are new to Temp Associates, click on the Apply Now button below.

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Seasonal Temporary Office Administration Assistant 

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 2:42:00 PM

Seasonal Temporary Office Administration Assistant

 

OVERVIEW

A local company is seeking an Office Adminstration Assistant to join their team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Greeting visitors, answering/directing phone calls, and managing emails
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and office management software.
  • Tracking daily reports and customer data into the database
  • Coping customer information accordingly
  • Scheduling appointments, managing calendars
  • Other duties as assigned from supervisor based on experience and knowledge.
  • Knowleadge of Quickbooks is a PLUS

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

  • High School graduate
  • Prior knowledge of accounting process helpful

WORK HOURS/SHIFT

  • First shift, Monday  – Friday

LOCATION

  • Fairfield, IA

WAGE

  • $18.00 or higher DOE

If you have already applied, please call us at (319) 385-1724. If you are new to Temp Associates, click on the Apply Now button below.

 

Machine Operator - Ottumwa, IA 

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 2:16:00 PM

MACHINE OPERATOR/ PRODUCTION

OVERVIEW

This job opportunity is with a manufacturing facility in Ottumwa, IA and surrounding areas.  In this position you will operate machines, grinders, trimmer machines, conveyor systems, and pallet jacks.  This is considered manufacturing work, with work duties rotating so there is always something different to do.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Operate machines to ensure production of quality products and perform routine audits, weights, and quality checks.
  • Adhere to quality control and to blow mold process procedure
  • Make adjustments accordingly to meet product specifications
  • Grind/trim excess materials from products

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS                    

  • Dependable and reliable
  • Strong mathematical and problem-solving abilities
  • Mechanical and technical aptitude
  • Ability to stand for 8 to 12hours
  • Strong hand/eye coordination
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Forklift is PLUS
  • Previous experience as a machine operator is a BONUS but NOT required!

WORK HOURS/SHIFT

  • 3rd Shift - 10:45pm - 7:30am

WAGE

  • $17 per hour (based on previous experience)

SCREENING/TESTING REQUIREMENTS

  • Pre-employment background screening
  • Pre-employment drug testing
  • Job Type: Full-time

If you have already applied, please call us at (319) 385-1724. If you are new to Temp Associates, click on the Apply Now button below.

 

 

Welders 

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 3:11:00 PM

OVERVIEW

This is for a temporary to direct hire long-term assignment at a premier manufacturing facilities in Cantril and Keosauqua, Iowa area.  You will be responsible for the welding, assembly manufacturing process. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plans machining by studying work order, blueprint, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters
  • Welding/Fabrication experience preferred
  • Working on a variety of machines and in various areas
  • Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces
  •  

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS               

  • Dependable and reliable
  • Strong Manufacturing experience is a plus
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Strong mathematical and problem-solving abilities
  • Mechanical and technical aptitude
  • Ability to stand for 8 to 10 hrs at a time
  • Forklift is strong plus
  • Strong hand/eye coordination
  • Strong attention to detail

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • High School Diploma/Equivalent, Welding Certificate
  • Previous experience in a machine shop, previous welding experience is a plus!

WORK HOURS/SHIFT

  • DAY: Monday – Friday – 6:45am – 4pm (with the potential earning rate/production incentive)
  • DAY: Monday – Thursday - 6am – 3pm and Friday – 6am – 10am
  • Night: Monday – Thursday - 3pm to 1:30am

WAGE

  • $17+ per hour starting wage – it depends on your Welding Experience
  • Robotic Welding – Would be much higher – it depends on your Welding Experience

SCREENING/TESTING REQUIREMENTS

  • Pre-employment background screening
  • Pre-employment drug testing
  • Job Type: Full-time

If you have already applied, please call us at (319) 385-1724. If you are new to Temp Associates, click on the Apply Now button below.

 

Machine Operators - Fairfield, IA 

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 2:25:00 PM

OVERVIEW

This job opportunity is with a manufacturing facility in Fairfield, Iowa and surrounding areas.  In this position you will operate machines, grinders, trimmer machines, conveyor systems, and pallet jacks.  This is considered manufacturing work, with work duties rotating so there is always something different to do.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Operate machines to ensure production of quality products and perform routine audits, weights, and quality checks.
  • Adhere to quality control and process procedure
  • Make adjustments accordingly to meet product specifications
  • Grind/trim excess materials from products
  •  

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS                    

  • Dependable and reliable
  • Strong mathematical and problem-solving abilities
  • Mechanical and technical aptitude
  • Ability to stand for 8 to 12 hours
  • Strong hand/eye coordination
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Forklift (2 + years is required)
  • Previous experience as a machine operator is a BONUS but NOT required!

WORK HOURS/SHIFT

  • 1st Shift  11:00pm – 7:00am
  • 2nd Shift 7:00am – 3:00pm
  • 3rd Shift 3:00pm - 11:00pm

WAGE

  • $14.27 + per hour (based on previous experience)

SCREENING/TESTING REQUIREMENTS

  • Pre-employment background screening & drug testing

If you have already applied, please call us at (319) 385-1724. If you are new to Temp Associates, click on the Apply Now button below.

 

 

MACHINE OPERATOR - Sigourney, IA 

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 2:20:00 PM

OVERVIEW

This is a Temp-to-Hire job opportunity in Sigourney, Iowa.  In this position you will be responsible for making sand cores/castings for other foundries.  The facility is not a foundry and has no molten metal operations of any kind. Steel toed safety boots/shoes are required for this facility.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Must have good attendance
  • Take direction from Team Lead/Supervisor
  • Manual work making Cores
  • Assist in staging cores per customer spec sheet
  • Ability to operate, work, program the machine
  • Keep area around sand conveying equipment clean and remove sand as needed
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance, safety measures
  • Perform all operations in a safe and timely manner
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment
  • Previous Foundry, Manufacturing experience is a PLUS
  • Forklift experience is PLUS

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS                    

  • Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50lbs
  • Often required to be exposed to extreme heat
  • Must be comfortable working around moving parts
  • Must be comfortable working around loud noise
  • Occasionally required to work extended hours
  • Cooperate and work well with others
  • Attention to details, follow instructions, multi-tasking

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • High School Diploma/Equivalent
  • Previous experience as a machine operator a BONUS but NOT required!

WORK HOURS/WAGE

  • 6:30am – 3pm, (Monday thru Friday)- $17/hr.
  • Potential Production Bonus: Weekly Production/Rate Bonus: if you make the production rate on your machine every hour then you will get a bonus. 

SCREENING/TESTING REQUIREMENTS

  • Pre-employment background screening
  • Pre-employment drug testing

If you have already applied, please call us at (319) 385-1724. If you are new to Temp Associates, click on the Apply Now button below.