Mold & Die Process Technician (Interim Supervisor)

Westlake Chemical; Shelby Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical in Michigan is seeking a Process Technician to assist with mold samples and document processing parameters, collaborating with the Shift Supervisor to address shop-floor issues. The role supports maintaining production rates and ensures only conforming product is packaged.

You will assist die setters and material handlers, perform machine operations and maintenance as directed, and follow procedures for setup, operation, and shutdown.

Responsibilities

• Assist with new mold samples and create full documentation on processing parameters.
• Meet with Shift Supervisor and other Process Technicians to discuss shop floor issues.
• Assist the Shift Supervisor to ensure part quality, maintain standard production rates, and ensure only qualified product is packaged.
• Assist die setters and material handlers to ensure set-ups are performed properly, safely, and promptly.
• Perform die setter responsibilities and support production activities including mold and mechanical maintenance as directed.
• Follow departmental procedures for setup, operation, and shutdown of jobs.
• Perform special duties or projects as assigned and operate the machine as needed.
• Document process changes per internal procedures and document repairs on work orders for maintenance and tooling as needed.
• Able to act as an interim supervisor.

Job description

Westlake Chemical in Michigan is seeking a Process Technician to assist with mold samples and document processing parameters, collaborating with the Shift Supervisor to address shop-floor issues. The role supports maintaining production rates and ensures only conforming product is packaged.

You will assist die setters and material handlers, perform machine operations and maintenance as directed, and follow procedures for setup, operation, and shutdown.