Machine Operator

Westlake Chemical; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical is seeking a Machine Operator I to support our tile manufacturing lines under the supervision of the Production Supervisor. The role involves operating water treatment, sealer, strapping, and kiln exit equipment, performing quality checks and cleaning tasks, and ensuring safe, efficient production.

The candidate should have basic math skills and 6 months to 1 year in tile manufacturing with forklift experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, comprehend and follow simple instructions.
• 6 months to 1 year of color or tile manufacturing experience required.
• 6 months forklift driving experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Water Treatment: Treat process water, check pH, log discharge with supervisor approval.
• Sorter: Inspect tile on the dry side and manage the sealer area and booth cleanliness.
• Strapping Machine: Operate to secure pallets of tile.
• Kiln Exit Operator: Perform quality checks and packaging, clean equipment and areas daily.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Education

6 months to 1 year tile manufacturing experience

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

• 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.

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day.