Manufacturing Operator: Molding & Packaging Pro

Westlake Chemical; Elkland Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a manufacturing associate to ensure only quality-approved product is packaged for customers, supporting extrusion or molding operations and line efficiency.

You will inspect, pack, label, and document production, maintain safety standards, and communicate issues to supervision. High School diploma and 1–2 years in a relevant field preferred; ability to stand 8–12 hours and lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; training or certification in relevant skill or trade preferred.
• 1–2 years’ experience in a relevant field desired.
• Basic math skills and color vision required.

Responsibilities

• Follow Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Read Production Schedule boards and perform tasks as assigned by shift supervisor.
• Inspect, feed, and/or pack product for WIP or finished product.
• Maintain standard production cycles on nonrobotic molding machines.
• Detect quality defects in molded parts, trim, and assemble parts.
• Ensure Lot Information is printed on each product.
• Build and label boxes and attach labels.
• Notify supervisor of safety, quality, or equipment issues.
• Complete production documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor.
• Maintain regular attendance and scheduling flexibility.

Skills

Teamwork orientation

Basic math

Color vision

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade training/certification preferred

Job description

Westlake is seeking a manufacturing associate to ensure only quality-approved product is packaged for customers, supporting extrusion or molding operations and line efficiency.

You will inspect, pack, label, and document production, maintain safety standards, and communicate issues to supervision. High School diploma and 1–2 years in a relevant field preferred; ability to stand 8–12 hours and lift up to 50 pounds.