Tile Production Operator I

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Corona, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator I to support production under the supervision of the Production Supervisor. The role includes water treatment, tile inspection, sealer maintenance, strapping pallets, and ensuring quality at kiln exit.

Ideal candidates have 6 months to 1 year in color or tile manufacturing, forklift experience, and the ability to read simple instructions, plus basic math skills. Must lift up to 50 pounds in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Able to read, comprehend and follow simple instructions.
• 6 months to 1 year of color or tile manufacturing experience required.
• 6 months forklift driving experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility.
• Water Treatment: Treat process water by adding flocculent to disperse solids. Check pH before discharging to city. Follow SOP. Daily log all discharge to city with a supervisor’s approval.
• Sorter: Inspect the tile on the dry side and be responsible for the sealer area including cleaning the sealer booth.
• Strapping Machine: Run the strapping machine to secure pallets of tile.
• Kiln Exit Operator: Perform quality checks of the tile and packaging.
• Clean equipment and the areas daily. Notify supervisor or Lead person of any problems identified.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Job description

Westlake Chemical Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator I to support production under the supervision of the Production Supervisor. The role includes water treatment, tile inspection, sealer maintenance, strapping pallets, and ensuring quality at kiln exit.

Ideal candidates have 6 months to 1 year in color or tile manufacturing, forklift experience, and the ability to read simple instructions, plus basic math skills. Must lift up to 50 pounds in a fast-paced environment.