Extrusion Operator - Days (T1

Position: Extrusion Operator - Days (T1)
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.

Starting wage $22.00 per hour. Days 6:45AM - 7:00

PMWestlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at  and follow us on Linked In and Facebook.

SO WHY WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS?

We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement.

COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS Effective Day 1

Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (3%), Life & AD&DPaid Vacation Tuition Assistance Program Fitness Reimbursement Program Pay for Knowledge Program Opportunity for AdvancementSUMMARYThe production operator is assigned to a specific cell or work area on a production shift. He or she is responsible for the efficient operation of the production equipment and required to perform the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Perform the primary thinking encompassed by this job description.

Comply with all Company policies and procedures.

Maintain operation of multiple lines, including loading gaskets and packaging end product for shipment.

Visually inspect product for quality assurance purposes.

Measure and record pipe dimensions as required.

Take the proper action according to SPC Charting Control dimensions to maintain pipe specifications with direct supervision.

Move bundled pipe from work area (scrap and good product).Assist in production line start-up activities and changeovers.

Follow all operational and safety procedures.

Cut and band scrap as directed.

Maintain a clean, safe and orderly work area per established housekeeping standards.

Understand Belling Operations.

Report any equipment malfunctions, product defects or unsafe conditions immediately.

Read and Understand SOP’s contained in Operator Manual Relieve and assist other operators as needed.

Work as a team with other personnel.

Other duties as required PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40-50lbs., as well as standing or walking most of the shift.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The…