Millwright

Westlake Chemical; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical is seeking a skilled Millwright located in Vaughan, Ontario. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills and a minimum of 3-5 years of experience post-licensure. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance and machinery assembly. Join a global leader in manufacturing and contribute to projects that enhance daily life!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience post license.
• Ability to operate forklifts and aerial lifts.
• Previous relevant experience in PVC extrusion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Performs preventative and predictive maintenance of PVC extrusion machinery.
• Assembles and installs machinery and equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Effective communication skills in English

Basic electrical training

Education

Ontario Licensed Millwright certificate

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance people's lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Wage

$44.23 per hour

Shift

Job Requirements:

• Reads blueprints and schematic drawings
• Strong troubleshooting skills of hydraulic and pneumatic components
• Works with a wide array of precision tools, such as Vernier Calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, gauge blocks, OD tapes
• Performs and assists in the preventative and predictive maintenance of PVC extrusion machinery and equipment
• Collaborates with other trades’ groups and contractors to complete project assignments
• Operates grinder, saw, lathe, and milling machines to make customized parts or repairs
• Fabricates custom parts, fixtures, and guarding by means of arc welding, grinding, oxyacetylene cutting
• Assembles and installs machinery and equipment such as mixers, saws, pullers, precision bearings, gearboxes, clutches, motors, shafts, sprockets, chains, conveyors, etc.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ontario Licensed Millwright certificate is required
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience post license
• Ability to operate forklifts and aerial lifts
• Previous relevant experience in PVC extrusion for the automotive industry is preferred
• Able to work continental shifts
• Effective communication skills in English (reading, writing, understanding)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work at heights and in enclosed spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Basic electrical training and troubleshooting experience is an asset

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

Note: If you are an active Westlake employee or an employee of any Westlake affiliates, please apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

About Us

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe, and North America, we provide building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction to packaging and healthcare, automotive, and consumer products. For more information, visit our website at www.westlake.com.

Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products enhancing daily life worldwide. Our products include materials used in food packaging, medical devices, soaps, detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. We are committed to a sustainable future by creating essential products that improve everyday life.