Automotive Production and Prep Associate (2nd Shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Cross-training & growth

Full benefits package

Zero candidate fees

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is hiring an Automotive Production and Prep Associate (2nd Shift) for a vehicle finishing facility in Wentzville, MO. The role involves surface prep, masking, and quality checks across multiple stations.

You will work with overtime as needed, earn weekly pay, and have access to benefits through Express. A valid driver's license and strong reliability are required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Willingness and ability to work any day of the week, including mandatory weekends and overtime.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand English to follow technical instructions.
• Physical stamina to stand, bend, stretch, tape, and work around vehicles.
• Adherence to shift policies and good attendance.
• Willingness to complete pre-employment screenings and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Surface Cleaning & Dusting: Blow out dust, clean truck beds, and prep surfaces for liner adhesion.
• Taping & Precision Masking: Apply tape and protective sheeting for clean lines.
• Emblem & Logo Installation: Place logos inside truck beds before spraying.
• Demasking & Quality Verification: Remove coverings and verify thickness specs after coating.
• Station Rotation: Cross-train across prep, masking, and finishing stations.
• Safety Adherence: Maintain clean work area and follow PPE guidelines.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

English proficiency

Reliability

Weekend availability

Job description

Automotive Production and Prep Associate (2nd Shift) | Up to $18.90/hr

Location: Wentzville, MO 63385

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift: 2nd Shift | Flexible Schedule (Overtime & Weekend Availability Required)

Pay Rate: Up to $18.90 / Hour | Weekly Pay

Industry: Automotive Manufacturing, Surface Preparation, Vehicle Finishing, Production

About the Role

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a full-time Automotive Production and Prep Associate (2nd Shift) for an active vehicle finishing facility in Wentzville, MO (63385).

In this dynamic, cross-trained role, you will work across multiple stations preparing brand-new trucks for spray-in bed liner installation and completing final demasking and quality checks. If you enjoy hands-on physical work, learning various production roles, and earning steady overtime in a fast-paced automotive environment, apply today!

What You Get

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to $18.90 / hour depending on experience.

• Overtime Opportunities: High earning potential with mandatory overtime based on production demand.

• Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.

• Cross-Training & Growth: Learn multiple production stations and gain hands-on automotive manufacturing experience.

• Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans through Express.

• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

• Surface Cleaning & Dusting: Blow out dust, clean truck beds, and scuff critical bed and tailgate areas using surface prep pads to ensure optimal liner adhesion.

• Taping & Precision Masking: Apply wire tape to outline tailgates for clean finish lines and apply double-layer protective plastic sheeting along truck exterior walls.

• Emblem & Logo Installation: Carefully place specified logos and branding inside truck beds prior to robotic spraying.

• Demasking & Quality Verification: Unwrap protective coverings, remove masking tape, clean finished surfaces, and verify that spray-in bed lining meets thickness specifications across all areas.

• Station Rotation: Cross-train and move across various prep, masking, and finishing stations to support daily plant output.

• Safety Adherence: Maintain a clean work environment and strictly follow all plant safety guidelines and protective gear requirements.

What You Need

• Licensing Requirement: Must possess a valid Driver's License.

• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness and ability to work any day of the week, including mandatory weekends and mandatory overtime at the end of shifts based on production needs.

• Language Skills: Ability to speak, read, and understand English to follow technical prep instructions and plant safety protocols.

• Physical Capability: Physical stamina to stand, bend, stretch, tape, and work around vehicles throughout full 2nd-shift operations.

• Shift Integrity Policy: Must adhere to facility policies (e.g., no family members or friends working on the same shift).

• Reliability: Exceptional attendance record, strong daily punctuality, and reliable transportation to Wentzville, MO 63385.

• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment evaluations and background checks.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.