Fabrication Operator (1st Shift)

Westlake Chemical; Kansas; On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical in Kansas is seeking a production/operator to manufacture couplings for pipe. You will read blueprints, measure dimensions, and operate cutting and machining equipment, including lathes and drilling operations.

The role requires basic English literacy, ability to use measuring tools, and collaboration with shift leaders and fabrication staff. Safety and quality paperwork are essential parts of the daily duties.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple English instructions.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic arithmetic.
• Basic computer knowledge and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies and perform tasks safely.
• Check parts for dimensions and quality.
• Assist with procuring materials for production; use measuring tools.
• Operate equipment to cut, machine, drill, set screws, hydro test, and package couplings.
• Complete production and quality paperwork as required.
• Answer technical questions and direct inquiries to supervisors or HR.

Skills

English literacy

Communication

Tools

Tape measure

Plug gauge

Dial indicator

Inside caliper

Dial caliper

Burr knife

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for all operations involved in making couplings for pipe.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; perform tasks in a safe manner.
• Checks parts for dimensions.
• Assists with procuring materials needed for production. Must use tape measure, plug gauge, dial indicator, inside caliper, dial caliper, and burr knife.
• Must operate the various equipment to include cutting couplings, machining couplings on the lathes, drilling holes, putting in set screws, hydro testing couplings, and packaging.
• Responsible for completion for production and quality paperwork.
• Answer employee technical questions when information is known.
• Direct employees to Fabrication manager or HR/Safety Manager for other questions.
• Contact Fabrication Manager or Fabrication Leader if problems arise.
• In the event of an accident or injury immediately notify the Shift supervisor on duty.
• Contact Maintenance Department to get equipment repaired when necessary.
• Ability and willingness to take on additional assignments as requested by management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions in English. Communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work well with lathe operators, shift leaders and office personnel. Shares information with co-workers as needed.
• Ability to read a tape measure, add and subtract two digit numbers, plus use calculator. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Basic knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform 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 required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40‑50lbs., as well as standing or walking most of the shift. 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 occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid, hot and cold conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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