Senior Injection Molding Operator - Lead & Optimize Packaging

Westlake Chemical; Brownsville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Effective Day 1

Medical/Dental/Vision + 401k

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Westlake Chemical in Brownsville, TN is seeking a Senior Injection Molder Operator to set up and run automated packaging equipment, sealers, and palletize finished boxes while maintaining safety and quality standards. You will drive output and respond to priorities set by the Injection Molding Supervisor.

The role requires mechanical/technical manufacturing experience, knowledge of Molder operations, and familiarity with AX ERP. Strong documentation and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical/Technical experience in a Manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Molder Operator functions, expectations, practices and policies.
• Knowledge of Barcode department functions.
• Intermediate PC Skills (ERP system AX Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Ensures correct setup of barcode automation cells by material numbers produced.
• Recipe selection from HMI and operation of molding centers.
• Troubleshoot setup issues and reset machine faults.
• Track downtime and escalate machine issues as needed.
• Maintain quality processes and document deviations.
• Coordinate with Mold Technicians on daily status and needs.

Skills

Molder operator knowledge

Barcode operations

ERP AX familiarity

Mechanical/technical experience

Intermediate PC skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AX ERP familiarity

Job description

Westlake Chemical in Brownsville, TN is seeking a Senior Injection Molder Operator to set up and run automated packaging equipment, sealers, and palletize finished boxes while maintaining safety and quality standards. You will drive output and respond to priorities set by the Injection Molding Supervisor.

The role requires mechanical/technical manufacturing experience, knowledge of Molder operations, and familiarity with AX ERP. Strong documentation and teamwork are essential.