Production Worker - Operator (2nd Shift)

Westlake Chemical; Greencastle (Franklin County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Worker-Operator to join their team. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring quality standards during the manufacturing process, which includes painting, packing, and maintaining a clean workspace. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a strong safety record. This position offers a dynamic work environment where flexibility and teamwork are essential. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive and entrepreneurial setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow directions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
• Proficient forklift driver with certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality standards are met in the manufacturing area.
• Pack stones accurately and maintain a clean work area.
• Comply with safety policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Safety and Attendance Record

Knowledge of mold texture and stone color

OSHA safety standards

Forklift driving

Basic reading and writing

Team player

Flexibility in work shifts

Education

No minimum education requirement

No prior experience required

Job description

Production Worker - Operator (2nd Shift)

Apply locations US - Greencastle, PA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R28654

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.

JOB SUMMARY
The Production Worker- Operator works directly in the manufacturing area ensuring quality standards are met, painting, removing stone from molds and packing accurately and any other duty needed to support the production of product.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Excellent communication and presentation skills
2. Excellent Safety and Attendance Record
3. Knowledge of all mold texture and stone color
4. Know and be able to apply OSHA safety standards related to job
5. Proficient forklift driver with certification preferred
6. Basic reading, writing and numerical ability
7. Ability to communicate to proper personnel when changes or problems occur
8. Flexible- able to work various shifts, overtime, and weekends
9. Ability to follow directions and perform tasks with minimum supervision
10. Ability to work as a team player

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The employee should have the following:
No minimum education requirement
No prior experience or training required

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. The employee should possess the ability to:
2. Prolong standing or in stationary position
3. Complete repetitive movements
4. Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
5. Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)
6. Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
7. Ability to move or traverse about the facilities
8. Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders
9. Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions

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.

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