Shipping Loader

Westlake Chemical; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical is seeking a Loader to ensure trucks are loaded correctly and on time. The role requires accurate scanning of items before loading, strict adherence to shipper documentation, and safe handling to prevent damage during transit.

Responsibilities include loading windows, maintaining housekeeping on the shipping floor, and reporting any damaged items. Candidates should have a high school diploma (preferred) and warehouse experience (preferred).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
• Manufacturing/Warehouse 1 year (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
• Provide safety leadership in promoting and creating a zero-injury safety culture
• Load windows for shipment when trailers are available
• Track and load product on paperwork while loading and ensuring correct shipment of windows
• Report any damaged window to the Supervisor or Lead immediately
• Perform work in a safe and timely manner
• Ensure truck trailers are checked before loading or unloading
• Maintain housekeeping of shipping floor
• Strict attention to order accuracy with respect to loading outgoing trucks
• Manually lift and move the window to the belonging truck
• Other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Lead

Job description

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.

SUMMARY

The loader is responsible for ensuring trucks are loaded correctly in a timely manner. Making sure all items (windows) are properly scanned before loading into the truck. This position requires accuracy in loading and complying with shipper documentation. The loader follows warehouse instructions in building loads, limiting all damage if possible. Making sure that all windows are loaded completely and well blocked for securing during transit.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
• Provide safety leadership in promoting and creating a zero-injury safety culture.
• Load windows for shipment when trailers are available.
• Track and load product on paperwork while loading and ensuring correct shipment of windows.
• Report any damaged window to the Supervisor or Lead immediately.
• Perform work in a safe and timely manner.
• Ensure truck trailers are checked before loading or unloading.
• Maintain housekeeping of shipping floor.
• Strict attention to order accuracy with respect to loading outgoing trucks.
• Manually lift and move the window to the belonging truck.
• Other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Lead.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
• Manufacturing/Warehouse 1 year (Preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolong standing for up to 12 hours performing shift work or in a stationary position.
• Bend or twist.
• Complete repetitive movements.
• Handle, control or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Remove or replace items up to 50 pounds.
• Ascend or descend stairs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Be exposed to temperature extremes inside or out.
• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable.
• Wear all the required personal protective equipment.
• Work in constant noise above 85 decibels.

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

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions - from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®.

To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com