Shipping Operator — Forklift & Load Specialist

Westlake Chemical Corp.; Kansas; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings is seeking a Shipping Operator to identify, safely handle, store, and place product after inspection. You will coordinate with QA to move production into inventory and maintain safe, orderly storage in a fast-paced environment.

You will operate a forklift, perform cycle counts, and assist the shipping team, ensuring accurate loading on trailers and proper unloading of inbound shipments. Physical stamina and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Able to read and comprehend simple instructions in English.
• Able to read a tape measure and perform basic arithmetic.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load, stack, and move products within yard and warehouse.
• Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy.
• Ensure safe, organized, and orderly storage of product.
• Load outbound shipments and unload inbound shipments accurately.
• Assist Shipping Supervisor and other shipping personnel as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety consciousness

Basic math & measuring

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Westlake Pipe & Fittings is seeking a Shipping Operator to identify, safely handle, store, and place product after inspection. You will coordinate with QA to move production into inventory and maintain safe, orderly storage in a fast-paced environment.

You will operate a forklift, perform cycle counts, and assist the shipping team, ensuring accurate loading on trailers and proper unloading of inbound shipments. Physical stamina and teamwork are essential.