Extruder Operator

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Lodi, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings in Lodi, CA is hiring a Production Operator to join a fast-paced manufacturing team. The role focuses on the efficient operation of extrusion and related equipment, with responsibilities spanning startup, adjustment, and shutdown of the line, as well as quality checks and accurate record-keeping.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma or equivalent, no prior experience required, and the ability to work safely in a noisy environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience or training.
• Must read, operate and understand controls and warning devices and adjust settings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Start up, adjust, and shut down extrusion line equipment.
• Read and interpret control panels and set die, RPM, temperature as required.
• Prepare production reports and maintain machine setting records.
• Monitor product quality and output to meet standards.
• Assist in training other operators and follow SOPs.

Skills

Safety awareness

Read controls

Record-keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer data system

Job description

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

SUMMARY

The production operator is assigned to a specific work area on a production shift. They are responsible for the efficient operation of the production equipment and required to perform the following duties.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must work safely and maintain a safe, clean work environment, and perform available work as required by the supervisor.
• Responsible for startup, adjustment, and shut down of the extruder, haul off, saw, die, oil heater, steam tank, water tank, and auxiliary equipment.
• Must be able to read, operate and understand all controls and warning devices along with making die, motor RPM, temperature, and pipe wall adjustments for producing products according to manufacturing standards with minimum supervision.
• Must perform detailed and accurate record-keeping in computer data system.
• Must be familiar with product standards and specifications.
• Must inspect pipe on-line as required and each finished pack or reel before adding it to finished inventory.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
• Start up and shut down an extrusion line.
• An A level operator perform all duties required of Production "C" and "B" operators.
• Assist in the training of Production "C" and "B" operators.
• A C or B Operator performs all duties and SOPs as listed in the Quality Manual.
• Prepare production reports and maintain records of machine settings.
• Monitor and make proper machine adjustments as required to ensure product quality, safe operation and optimal output of assigned production lines.
• Demonstrated ability to make die changes.
• Other duties as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent required. No prior experience or training.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The base pay range for this position is $24.59 to $31.54 per hour. This range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).

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.