Production Supervisor - PVCO (Night Shift)

Westlake Pipe & Fittings; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Day One

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Annual ARC

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance

Fitness Reimbursement

Career Growth

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a division of Westlake, is seeking a PVCO Production Shift Supervisor for our Wichita Falls, TX plant. You will lead the night shift production team to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality PVCO pipe manufacturing, driving performance and continuous improvement.

The role requires supervision experience in a manufacturing setting, familiarity with PVC/PVCO extrusion, and strong leadership, safety, and communication skills to meet production targets and maintain

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years in manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Experience in PVC/PVCO extrusion operations preferred.
• 1–2 years of leadership or supervision experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities to meet safety, quality and output objectives.
• Lead and reinforce safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct shift meetings, safety training, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Drive root cause problem solving using 5-Why and structured improvement tools.
• Monitor workflow, staffing, and line performance to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to production team members.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering on equipment improvements.
• Lead changeovers to minimize production disruption.
• Monitor KPIs: output, scrap, material utilization, regrind usage.
• Coach and develop team members; manage attendance and disciplinary actions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Safety Procedures

Operations Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

SPC

Production Reporting

Job description

Night Shift - 7pm to 7am on a 2/2/3 rotation.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a division of Westlake (NYSE: WLK), is one of North America’s largest manufacturers of PVC pipe and fittings. With 23 manufacturing and distribution facilities, we deliver innovative piping solutions across municipal, plumbing, irrigation, and specialty markets — including our industry-leading Certa-Lok® restrained joint systems.

We foster a collaborative culture grounded in safety, innovation, operational excellence, and career growth.

Why Join Westlake

• Benefits effective Day One
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Annual Retirement Contribution (ARC)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

The PVCO Production Shift Supervisor at our plant in Wichita Falls, TX is responsible for leading daily production operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing of PVCO pipe. This role provides direct supervision of night shift production personnel, drives operational performance, and ensures adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards. The Production Supervisor plays a key role in achieving production targets, minimizing waste, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and output objectives
• Lead and reinforce compliance with Westlake Pipe & Fittings safety policies and procedures
• Conduct shift meetings, safety training, inspections, incident investigations, and follow‑up actions
• Drive root cause problem solving using 5‑Why methodology and structured improvement tools
• Monitor workflow, staffing, and line performance to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime
• Complete accurate and timely production documentation, including shift reports, SAP production data, and SPC charts
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to production team members
• Partner with Maintenance and Engineering to recommend equipment improvements or modifications
• Lead changeovers to ensure efficient transitions and minimal production disruption
• Monitor key performance metrics including production output, scrap, material utilization, and regrind usage
• Coach, develop, and performance‑manage team members
• Support employee relations activities including attendance tracking, overtime management, and disciplinary actions
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and enforce plant cleanliness policies
• Participate in supervisor and operational meetings as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience in PVC/PVCO extrusion operations preferred
• 1–2 years of leadership or team supervision experience
• Strong understanding of production processes, workflow coordination, and operational performance
• Working knowledge of safety procedures and manufacturing best practices
• Familiarity with SAP, SPC, or production reporting systems preferred
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Effective communication and team leadership capability

Physical Demands

This role requires frequent standing, walking, and communication. The employee may be required to use hands, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The position involves regular light lifting and occasional moderate lifting consistent with a manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This position operates within a manufacturing plant environment. Employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, varying temperatures, elevated noise levels, and airborne particles. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required.

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.

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