Fabrication Operator (2nd Shift)

Westlake Pipe & Fittings; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a division of Westlake, is seeking a manufacturing operator responsible for all operations involved in making couplings for pipe at our facility in Kansas. The role requires reading tape measures, basic math, and using standard shop tools and equipment.

The candidate will follow safety procedures, inspect dimensions, operate lathes and other machining equipment, and ensure accurate production and quality paperwork. Strong teamwork and dependability are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow simple instructions in English.
• Ability to read a tape measure, perform basic math, and use calculators.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Windows/Office.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; perform tasks in a safe manner.
• Check parts for dimensions.
• Assist with procuring materials needed for production; use tape measure, gauges, calipers.
• Operate equipment to cut, machine, drill, set screws, hydro test, and package couplings.
• Complete production and quality paperwork.
• Direct employees to Fabrication manager or HR/Safety Manager for questions.
• Notify supervisor during accidents or equipment issues.
• Volunteer for additional assignments as requested.

Skills

Reading tape measure

Basic math

Team communication

MS Office basics

Education

Basic literacy in English

Tools

Lathe operations

Machining equipment

Hydro testing equipment

Power tools

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

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 Manger 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 an 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. 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.