Bead Glazer

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a Bead/Glazer to ensure the plastic around windows is properly installed, not short from the corner, and in good condition for the production line. You will work quickly in a high-volume environment, apply plastic sealant, fabricate frames, inspect materials for correct size and style, and lift up to 50 pounds when required.

This role emphasizes safety leadership, teamwork, and the ability to read a tape measure and distinguish colors, with regular attendance and flexible

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is a plus.
• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred).
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to work with and understand hand tools.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors.
• Ability to read the tape measure accurately.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies.
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility.
• Provide safety leadership in promoting and creating a zero-injury safety culture.
• Evaluate the requirements needed to complete small glazing projects.
• Performs various tasks including strenuous manual labor in the heavy lifting of window and glazing products.
• Apply plastic sealant to the window.
• Thoroughly inspect job materials, ensuring the products are the correct size & style, and that there is no obvious product damage or flaws on products required to complete the job.
• Fabrication of frames.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Installation of glazing sealants on the window.

Skills

Teamwork

Hand tools

Tape measure reading

Color vision

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Hand tools

Job description

SUMMARY

The Bead/Glazer is responsible for making sure that the plastic around the window is put in place so that it is not short from the corner. It also must be in good condition and not scratched. The Bead/Glazer must be moving fast in the production line.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies.

• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility.

• Provide safety leadership in promoting and creating a zero-injury safety culture.

• Evaluate the requirements needed to complete small glazing projects.

• Performs various tasks including strenuous manual labor in the heavy lifting of window and glazing products.

• Apply plastic sealant to the window.

• Thoroughly inspect job materials, ensuring the products are the correct size & style, and that there is no obvious product damage or flaws on products required to complete the job.

• Fabrication of frames.

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

• Installation of glazing sealants on the window.

EDUCATION,EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent is a plus.

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred).

• Must be able to work well in a team environment.

• Ability to work with and understand hand tools.

• Ability to distinguish basic colors.

• Ability to read the tape measure accurately.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Prolonged standing for up to 12 hours performing shift work or in a stationary position.

• Complete repetitive movements.

• Bend or twist.

• Wear all the required personal protective equipment.

• Handle, control or feel objects, tools, or controls.

• Lift/move up to 50 pounds.

• Remove or replace items up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Be exposed to temperature extremes inside or out.

• Work in constant noise above 85 decibels.

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.