Packer/Loader

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Additional incentives

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Canada is seeking an entry-to-mid level packaging associate to pack vinyl products according to customer specifications. You will identify and remove defective product and ensure packaging is sealed for transport.

The role requires a 12-hour Continental shift and offers shift premium and incentives. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus; Grade 12 or equivalent education is required. Good communication and basic math skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 12 hour Continental shift.
• Grade 12 or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience is an asset but not required.
• Good communication skills required.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.

Responsibilities

• Pack vinyl products per specifications after extrusion/injection.
• Recognize and remove defective product and report issues.
• Prepare packaging for shipment (boxes, inserts, glue/staple ends).
• Maintain correct carton counts and stacking for crating.
• Ensure proper closure of cartons and safe transport.
• Keep area clean and follow safety rules.
• Monitor carton sizes and report discrepancies.
• Participate in inventories if required.
• Adhere to company policies and safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as directed by Shift Supervisor.

Skills

Good communication

Team player

Basic math skills

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

SUMMARY

Participate and contribute to effective production efficiency by packing vinyl products according to customer specifications, recognizing and removing any defective product and ensuring that packaging is properly sealed for transportation.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK 12 HOUR ROTATING CONTINENTAL SHIFTS

******Shift Premium & Additional Incentives offered******

Rate of pay: $22.48/hr

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Pack vinyl products as they become available from one extrusion/injection line as per specifications manual.

• Recognize, remove and/or report defective product and equipment .

• Prepare packaging for shipment and transportation (pre-glue boxes, interlock product and insert into boxes, ensure boxes are clear of vinyl punch slugs, glue and staple end caps to boxes and end flap are flush and square, use correct number of staples in the correct location).

• Maintains piece counts and correct number of completed cartons are stacked for crating.

• Ensures proper closure of carton and transport of carton to adjacent bed or skid.

• Keep working area free of scrap and maintain workplace safety.

• Monitor cartons and end caps for correct size and report discrepancies to Shift Supervisor.

• Participate in mid and year-end inventory count if required.

• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including health and safety, as applicable.

• Perform other duties as required by Shift Supervisor.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to work 12 hour Continental shift

• Must have completed Grade 12 or equivalent

• Previous manufacturing experience is an asset but not a requirement

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.

• Team player, strong interpersonal skills.

• Must have a good working knowledge of packing process.

• Must have a good working knowledge of packing process.

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

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