Fabricator (Day Shift)

About Westlake Pipe And Fittings

Westlake 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.

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.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Benefits Effective Day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k with 4% match
• Annual Retirement Contribution (3%)
• Life & AD&D
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Opportunity for Advancement

Summary

The performance of secondary operations on component parts to affect the completion of the finished products. To accomplish these tasks within the company's guidelines and policies.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the FABRICATOR is to safely and efficiently perform top-quality operational duties on a daily basis which include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Responsible for the completion of all secondary operations such as tapping, gluing, trimming, twisting and greasing of components to complete fabrication of production orders.
• Must be able to recognize the proper components for any given assembly and judge the acceptability of quality
• Must meet the time and quantity standards set by supervision for all jobs
• Maintain Clean work area daily
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures while performing operational tasks.
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend sufficient English to follow work instructions. Write Legibly.
• Basic mathematical skills and counting ability required.
• Able to remember part numbers and the assembly they belong to. Able to record daily production information.
• Must be mentally alert, safety conscious, communicate well, and receive and follow instructions.
• Able to work well with others, able to function in a limited work area, able to change work assignments with little notice, must perform duties in accordance with company policies and safety standards.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds to a height of 3 feet.
• Able to use both arms and hands, able to stand for long periods while working.
• Able to use hand tools – cutters, knives, screwdrivers and tape applicators.
• Automatic machinery – tappers, sanders, mill, lathe and cut off saw (machines require only that the work piece be placed in the proper spot, in the correct manner and removed after the machine has performed the needed operation).

Work Environment

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

• Exposed to heat, noise, cold, water, oil, dirt, grease, and fumes from glue.