Machine Operator

Westlake Chemical; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical seeks a Machine Operator I to support tile production in a fast-paced plant environment in Phoenix. The role involves water treatment, sealer area duties, pallet strapping, and quality checks at the kiln exit, with emphasis on safety and adherence to SOPs.

Ideal candidates have 6 months to 1 year in tile manufacturing, basic math skills, and the ability to read and follow simple instructions.

Qualifications

• Basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, divide.
• Experience in tile manufacturing or water treatment is preferred.
• Forklift experience is a plus and may be required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Westlake procedures and safety rules.
• Water treatment: add flocculent, check pH, log discharges with supervisor approval.
• Inspect tile in dry side, and manage the sealer area and booth cleanliness.
• Operate strapping machine to secure pallets of tile.
• Perform quality checks at kiln exit and package tiles.
• Clean equipment and work areas daily; report problems to supervisor.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Basic math

Education

6 months to 1 year tile manufacturing experience

Able to read and follow simple instructions

6 months forklift driving experience desired

Job description

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.

JOB SUMMARY

The Machine Operator I under the supervision of the Production Supervisor may perform any of the jobs listed below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Comply with Westlake and Procedures
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility
• Water Treatment: Treat process water by adding flocculent to disperse solids. Check PH before discharging to city. Follow SOP. Daily log all discharge to city with a supervisor's approval.
• Sorter: Inspect the tile on the dry side and is responsible for the sealer area including cleaning the sealer booth
• Strapping Machine: Responsible for running strapping machine to secure pallets of tile
• Kiln Exit Operator: Responsible for quality checks of the tile and packaging of the tile
• Clean equipment and the areas daily. Notify supervisor or Lead person of any problems are identified
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic mathematical skills (i.e. ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide)

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Able to read, comprehend and follow simple instructions, required.
• 6 months to 1 year of color or tile manufacturing experience required.
• 6 months Forklift driving experience desired

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Complete repetitive movements such as typing
• Complete repetitive movements
• Must be able to work independently
• Work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to efficiently multi task
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to move or traverse about the facilities

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

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