Shipping Loader

Westlake Chemical; Deer Park (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a loader to ensure trucks are loaded accurately and on time. The role requires scanning items, following warehouse instructions, and securing loads for transit. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to shipper documentation.

Responsibilities include loading windows, maintaining paperwork accuracy, reporting damages, and maintaining a clean shipping area. High school diploma preferred; prior manufacturing/warehouse experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Basic skills such as inspection, math and reading.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Be dependable and hard worker.
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Must possess effective communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Must be able to work independently and use good judgment.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to hear audible noises.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors.

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 insuring 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.

Skills

Inspection

Math

Reading

Teamwork

Communication

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Attention to detail

Sound/dizziness awareness

Color recognition

Education

High school diploma

Manufacturing/Warehouse 1 year

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.

JOB 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 complete and well blocked for securing during transit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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 insuring 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Basic skills such as inspection, math and reading.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Be dependable and hard worker.
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Must possess effective communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Must be able to work independently and use good judgment.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to hear audible noises.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

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

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The employee should possess the ability to:
• Be exposed to temperature extremes inside or out.
• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable.
• Prolong standing for up to 12 hours performing shift work or in a stationary position.
• Complete repetitive movements.
• Bend or twist.
• Wear all the required personal protective equipment.
• Work in constant noise above 85 decibels.
• 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.

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.

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