Manufacturing Equipment Setup & Changeover Specialist (Automotive)

Westside Personnel Services

  • Kirkwood, MO
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    If you can bring a machine online by the book, swap tooling in record time, and capture inspection data without missing a beat, WestsidePersonnel’s tubing fabrication partner wants to meet you. This operation supports the automotive, ATV/UTV, and outdoor power equipment sectors with precision-formed tube components.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationKirkwood, MO

    Description

    Ready to own a production cell from setup to quality sign-off?

    If you can bring a machine online by the book, swap tooling in record time, and capture inspection data without missing a beat, WestsidePersonnel’s tubing fabrication partner wants to meet you. This operation supports the automotive, ATV/UTV, and outdoor power equipment sectors with precision-formed tube components.

    Is this you?

    • Do you follow SOPs to set up and operate machinery—and know when to tweak for quality?
    • Can you troubleshoot mechanical issues and knock out routine maintenance before they become problems?
    • Will you document every count, defect, and check so the records tell the full story?
    • Do you keep your area safe, clean, and organized while meeting aggressive deadlines?
    • Are you a communicator who collaborates well with supervisors and peers?

    What you will do

    • Set up and operate production machinery following standard procedures
    • Monitor operations and make precise adjustments to hold tight tolerances
    • Perform routine maintenance to sustain uptime and performance
    • Troubleshoot and perform basic mechanical repairs during runs
    • Maintain accurate production documentation: quantities, inspection data, and nonconformances
    • Keep a safe, orderly cell and adhere to safety protocols
    • Work cross-functionally to meet output and schedule commitments

    Shifts

    • 1st: 6am–2:30pm, Monday–Friday
    • 2nd: 2:30pm–10:30pm, Monday–Friday
    • 3rd: 10:30 am–6:30am, Sunday–Thursday

    What you bring

    • Prior experience with manufacturing machinery
    • Mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and repair skills
    • Impeccable attention to detail and instruction-following
    • Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight timelines
    • Basic computer skills for accurate data entry and record maintenance
    • Strong communicator; team-first mindset

    Desired strengths

    • CNC tooling familiarity
    • CNC machine setup and changeover experience
    • Mechanical assembly capability
    • Packaging experience
    • Knowledge of automotive manufacturing systems
    • Able to meet the physical requirements of the position

    Equipment spotlight

    Press Brake operation is central to this role, alongside related CNC tooling within the production cell.

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