Machine Operator-Production

Starting Pay & Schedule

• Starting Pay: $22.13 – $25.05 based on experience
• Skill Based Learning – Earn up to $29.12/hr. within first year
• Work 2/2/3 Rotation 12hr shifts – You only work 50% of the Year!

About Westlake Pipe & Fittings

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is the second-largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 35 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.

Who We're Looking For

Are you a motivated self-starter who enjoys working with your hands making a quality product? Do you enjoy the challenge of troubleshooting an issue from start to resolution? Have you asked yourself, "Does the company I work for care for my safety and overall future career development?" Do you enjoy working in a smaller environment with a close family feel? If this sounds like you, apply! Westlake believes 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
• Quarterly Incentive Program – Bonus up to 8% each quarter earnings
• Pay for Knowledge Program – Skill Based Learning for C, B and A Level Operators
• Shift Premium 8% – 10% per hour for Night positions
• Benefits Effective Day 1: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Holiday pay, Floating Holidays
• 401k (4% match), and Annual Retirement Contribution (3%)
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Scholarships for High School seniors – Children of Employee
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Annual Wellness checks
• Free lunch Fridays

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operation of automated extrusion lines, including loading gaskets and packaging end product for shipment
• Eye for detail, visually inspect product for quality assurance purposes
• Analytical with a passion for math and measurements, measure and record pipe dimensions as required. Take the proper action according to SPC Charting
• Problem solver, control dimensions to maintain pipe specifications with direct supervision
• You enjoy operating equipment and driving forklifts in order to move bundled pipe from the work area (scrap and good product)
• Own the process of making quality PVC pipe, assist in production line start-up activities and changeovers
• High safety standard both personally and in the workplace
• Great with hand tools, cut and band scrap as directed
• You take pride in a clean and organized work environment
• You expect equipment and tools to properly do your job, report any equipment malfunctions, product defects or unsafe conditions immediately
• You enjoy working as an individual, however, also thrive in a team environment, the Operator position is the best of both worlds

Education, Experience And Qualifications

• HSED Diploma or GED preferred, no prior experience required

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Required to stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Frequently exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions