Operator I-Machine

Westlake; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is hiring for a Machine Operator I in an industrial setting. Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor, you will perform multiple production tasks including water treatment, tile inspection, sealing, strapping pallets, and kiln exit quality checks.

The role requires basic math, reading and following instructions, and 6 months to 1 year in tile manufacturing with forklift experience preferred. The position offers full-time hours and physical work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• 6 months to 1 year of color or tile manufacturing experience required.
• 6 months forklift driving experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain regular attendance and flexible scheduling.
• Water treatment: treat process water and log discharges with supervisor approval.
• Inspect tile on the dry side and maintain the sealer area and booth cleanliness.
• Operate the strapping machine to secure pallets of tile.
• Perform quality checks on tile at kiln exit and assist packaging.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean; notify supervisor of issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Basic math

Education

Tile manufacturing experience

Forklift driving experience (6 months)

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.

JOBSUMMARY

TheMachineOperatorIunder the supervision of the Production Supervisor may perform any of the jobs listed below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Comply withWestlakeSafety Policies and Procedures
• Regular attendance,timelinessand scheduling flexibility
• Water Treatment:Treatprocess water by adding flocculent to disperse solids. Check PH before discharging tocity. Follow SOP. Daily log all discharge to city with a supervisor’s approval.
• Sorter:Inspect the tile on the dry side andis responsible forthe sealer area including cleaning the sealer booth
• Strapping Machine: Responsible forrunning 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 areidentified
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLSAND ABILITIES

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

EDUCATIONAND/OR EXPERIENCE

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

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKENVIRONMENT

The employee shouldpossessthe 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 efficientlymulti 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 ofjob-relatedresponsibilities, duties, skills, efforts,requirementsor working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject topossible modificationtoreasonably accommodateindividuals 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 bean accuratereflection 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.

$21.02 per hour

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).

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