Operator Technician

Westlake Chemical; Alabama; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) 4% match

Retirement contribution

Life & AD&D

Paid vacation

Tuition assistance

Fitness reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Westlake Global Compounds in Alabama is seeking an Operator Technician to ensure safe, efficient packaging of finished product on a fast-paced line. You will set up materials, monitor equipment, and help the machine operator during start-up and shutdown, while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, a Silver or higher WorkKeys score, and a forklift certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must score Silver or above on WorkKeys test.
• Certified Forklift License and prior forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment while performing job duties.
• Set up Gaylord boxes and mark tares to meet production demands.
• Inspect each Gaylord box and liner to ensure cleanliness and suitability.
• Weigh and package material with neat, legible labels on each package.
• Assist the machine operator on start-up and shutdown.
• Monitor vacuum chambers from the station and finished product.
• Notify the shift supervisor at coolers if anything is suspected.
• Store finished product and bulk materials properly and neatly.
• Keep area and tools neat, clean and stored properly.
• Perform cleaning of coolers on the shift.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

WorkKeys Silver or higher

Forklift certification

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.

About Westlake Global Compounds Westlake Global Compounds, a division of Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK), is a leading manufacturer of custom PVC, TPE, and engineered compound solutions serving building products, automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and industrial markets. Backed by global operations and advanced R&D capabilities, we deliver high-performance materials tailored to customer needs. Our teams thrive in a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS

Benefits Effective Day 1

• Med, Den, Vision
• 401k (4% match)
• Annual Retirement Contribution
• Life & AD&D Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Opportunity for Advancement

SUMMARY

The Operator Technician ensures all equipment is operated properly, safely, and efficiently, resulting in neat, accurate and efficient packaging of all finished product.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a safe work environment while performing job duties.
• Set up Gaylord boxes and mark tares correctly - having a sufficient amount set up at all times to meet production demands.
• Inspect each Gaylord box and liner prior to filling to ensure that it is clean and suitable for use.
• Weigh and package material correctly with neat and legible labels on each package.
• Assist the machine operator on start-up and shut-down.
• Keep a constant watch on vacuum chambers from his station and finished product.
• At coolers, notifying the shift supervisor if anything is suspected.
• Handling and storing all finished product properly and efficiently, including bulk materials.
• Keep area and tools neat, clean and stored properly.
• Break open, disassemble, clean and reassemble coolers properly.
• Responsible for all cleaning of the coolers on his shift.
• Stack all packages neatly, even in temporary storage.
• Must be company oriented, willingly completing any tasks that are assigned to him by the production foreman.
• Understand and follows all Safety, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 established procedures.
• Understand that shift schedules are not set; willingly work the hours assigned with an understanding that overtime can be assigned at any given time.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must score Silver or above on WorkKeys test.
• Certified Forklift License and prior forklift experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 55 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing environment includes; dust, outdoor temperatures, and high noise levels.

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.

For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com.

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®.

To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com