Machine Operator-Production

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prides itself on creating high-quality PVC products. This role offers the chance to work with automated extrusion lines and contribute to a supportive and inclusive culture. With opportunities for advancement and a focus on professional development, employees thrive in an environment that encourages teamwork and individual achievement. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a unique work schedule that allows for a great work-life balance. If you are a motivated self-starter who enjoys hands-on work and problem-solving, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Quarterly Incentive Program - Bonus up to 8%

Pay for Knowledge Program

Shift Premium for Night positions

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life & AD&D Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401k with 4% match

Tuition Assistance Program

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Free lunch Fridays

Qualifications

• No prior experience required, but a HSED Diploma or GED is preferred.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated extrusion lines and ensure product quality.
• Measure and record pipe dimensions, maintaining specifications.
• Work safely and maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to Detail

Mathematics

Forklift Operation

Hand Tool Proficiency

Education

HSED Diploma or GED

Tools

Automated Extrusion Lines

Forklifts

Quality Assurance Tools

Job description

Starting Pay: $20.86 - $23.61 based on experience

Skill Based Learning - Earn up to $27.45/Hr. within first year.

Work 2/2/3 Rotation 12hr shifts - You only work 50% of the Year!

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is the second-largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 35 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.

Are you a motivated self-starter who enjoys working with your hands making a quality product? Do you enjoy the challenge of troubleshooting an issue from start to resolution? If this sounds like you, apply!

Westlake believes in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement.

COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS

• Quarterly Incentive Program - Bonus up to 8% each quarter earnings
• Pay for Knowledge Program - Skill Based Learning for C, B and A Level Operators
• Shift Premium 8% - 10% per hour for Night positions
• Benefits Effective Day 1: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Holiday pay, Floating Holidays
• 401k (4% match), and Annual Retirement Contribution (3%)
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Scholarships for High School seniors - Children of Employee
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Annual Wellness checks
• Free lunch Fridays

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

• Operation of automated extrusion lines, including loading gaskets and packaging end product for shipment
• Eye for detail, visually inspect product for quality assurance purposes.
• Analytical with a passion for math and measurements, measure and record pipe dimensions as required. Take the proper action according to SPC Charting
• Problem solver, control dimensions to maintain pipe specifications with direct supervision.
• You enjoy operating equipment and driving forklifts in order to move bundled pipe from the work area (scrap and good product).
• Own the process of making quality PVC pipe, assist in production line start-up activities and changeovers.
• High safety standard both personally and in the workplace
• Great with hand tools, cut and band scrap as directed.
• You take pride in a clean and organized work environment
• You expect equipment and tools to properly do your job, report any equipment malfunctions, product defects or unsafe conditions immediately.
• You enjoy working as an individual, however, also thrive in a team environment, the Operator position is the best of both worlds.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• HSED Diploma or GED preferred, no prior experience required.

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 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.

Take your career to the next level and join WESTLAKE'S pipeline to success!