Production Worker - Operator

Westlake Chemical Corporation; West Virginia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Production Workers for their Holmesville facility. In this role, you will be integral to the production process, ensuring quality standards are met while working in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include applying color to molds, packing stones accurately, and maintaining safety protocols. With a focus on teamwork and flexibility, this position offers a chance to grow within a supportive company that values its employees. Enjoy benefits like paid vacation from day one and comprehensive health insurance options. If you are ready to contribute to a thriving production team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid vacation beginning DAY ONE

Ten paid holidays beginning DAY ONE

401(k) with company match up to 4%

Safety Shoes and prescription safety glasses allowance

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Free Basic Life Insurance (2x your salary)

Qualifications

• No prior experience or training required.
• Basic reading, writing, and numerical skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare products, remove stone from molds, and pack accurately.
• Review quality standards and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Excellent Safety and Attendance Record

Knowledge of OSHA safety standards

Basic reading, writing and numerical ability

Ability to communicate effectively

Flexibility to work overtime

Ability to follow directions

Team player

Education

No minimum education requirement

Job description

Production Worker

Starting Pay Rate - $20.00/hour

Stone Manufacturer located in Holmesville - 20 minutes from Wooster and 10 minutes from Millersburg - has openings for full-time production workers.

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Worker is responsible for preparing products, removing stone from molds, and packing accurately following quality standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Applies color to molds with spray or brush following quality standards
2. Scrapes molds to decrease over-pour in the mold
3. Pulls stones from mold and packs in boxes, ensuring the accurate amount of product is packed
4. Reviews quality standards of stones (i.e., air bubbles, color, deformations, etc.)
5. Ensures that all packaging, box type and assembly are in accordance with proper standards
6. Maintains a clean and organized work area to keep a safe work environment
7. Respects scheduled rotation of breaks and lunches
8. Comply with Safety Policies and Procedures
9. Performs other related duties as assigned by department and area management
10. Train and able to perform duties within any production lines and/or position when help is required
11. Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Excellent Safety and Attendance Record
2. Know and be able to follow OSHA safety standards related to job
3. Basic reading, writing and numerical ability
4. Ability to communicate to proper personnel when changes or problems occur
5. Flexible to work overtime as needed
6. Ability to follow directions and perform tasks with minimum supervision
7. Ability to work as a team player

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The employee should have the following:

1. No minimum education requirement
2. No prior experience or training required

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee should possess the ability to:

1. Prolonged standing, bending, and repetitive movements
2. Be exposed to sounds or noise
3. Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and footwear)
4. Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
5. Ability to move or traverse about the facilities
6. Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders
7. Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions

OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE:

1. Paid vacation beginning DAY ONE of employment
2. Ten (10) paid holidays beginning DAY ONE of employment
3. 401(k) with company match up to 4%
4. Safety Shoes and prescription safety glasses allowance
5. Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision insurance beginning DAY ONE of employment
6. Free Basic Life Insurance (2x your salary)

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals 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 be an accurate reflection 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.