Pipe & Fittings Fabrication Technician

Westlake Chemical; Kansas; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings in Kansas is seeking a production operator responsible for all steps involved in making couplings for pipe. You will adhere to safety policies, check parts for dimensions, and assist with procuring materials.

You will operate drilling and grinding equipment, perform hydro testing, and complete production and quality paperwork. Strong reading, math, and communication skills are required, with ability to work with lathe operators and shift leaders in a busy manufacturing

Qualifications

• Able to read and comprehend simple English instructions.
• Basic math and measurement skills using tape measure and calipers.
• Good communication and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; perform tasks in a safe manner.
• Check parts for dimensions and quality; use measuring tools as required.
• Assist with procuring materials needed for production.
• Operate equipment to cut, drill, and assemble couplings; hydro test and package.
• Complete production and quality paperwork accurately.
• Answer questions from employees and route as needed to Fabrication Manager or HR/Safety Manager.
• Notify Shift supervisor if an accident or injury occurs; coordinate with Maintenance for repairs.
• Take on additional assignments as requested by management.

Skills

Reading & comprehension

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Dial caliper

Machining lathe

Hydro testing

Job description

Westlake Pipe & Fittings in Kansas is seeking a production operator responsible for all steps involved in making couplings for pipe. You will adhere to safety policies, check parts for dimensions, and assist with procuring materials.

You will operate drilling and grinding equipment, perform hydro testing, and complete production and quality paperwork. Strong reading, math, and communication skills are required, with ability to work with lathe operators and shift leaders in a busy manufacturing