Tile Production Operator — Fast-Paced & Multitask

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator I in Florida to support tile production. The role involves water treatment, quality checks, sealer area duties, and operating a strapping machine to secure pallets of tile.

Candidate should be able to read and follow simple instructions, have 6 months to 1 year of tile manufacturing experience, and be capable of forklift operation. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain regular attendance is required.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Able to read, comprehend and follow simple instructions.

Responsibilities

• Water treatment: treat process water, log discharge with supervisor approval.
• Inspect tile surface and sealer area for quality control and cleanliness.
• Operate strapping machine to secure pallets of tile.
• Perform kiln exit checks on tile quality and packaging.
• Clean equipment and work areas daily; report problems to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Basic math

Read and follow instructions

Independent work

Multi-tasking in fast-paced env

Attendance and scheduling flexibility

Manufacturing experience (tile/color)

Education

Six months to one year tile/color manufacturing experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Westlake Chemical Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator I in Florida to support tile production. The role involves water treatment, quality checks, sealer area duties, and operating a strapping machine to secure pallets of tile.

Candidate should be able to read and follow simple instructions, have 6 months to 1 year of tile manufacturing experience, and be capable of forklift operation. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain regular attendance is required.