Fabrication Operator - Plastics Manufacturing
About the job
- Operation of manual lathes, drill presses, and other standard job shop machines.
- Understanding of materials, cutting tools, speeds and feeds, and machining techniques.
- Basic math skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Mechanical ability.
- Proper use of hand and power tools.
- Basic awareness of electricity and its associated risks.
- Responsibility for personal safety and the safety of those around them.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- At least two years of experience in a job shop atmosphere.
- Knowledge of the safe operation of horizontal lathes of all sizes, portable resurfacing machines, and drill presses.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Fabricate plastic rods, slabs, and sheets in accordance with Shop Orders.
- Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
- Read and interpret Shop Orders.
- Use gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
- Use precision tools, machinery, and equipment such as lathes, vertical milling machines, drill presses, chop saws, band saws, and planers.
- Select, align, secure, and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines safely and properly.
- Recognize, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling.
- Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment.
- Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend changes or modifications for efficiency and adaptability to setup and production.
- Track parts and jobs.
- Follow all safety procedures.
- Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions.
About the company
Westlake Plastics manufactures extrusion and compression molding of high-performance thermoplastics. It converts thermoplastic resins into stock shapes and film using its extrusion and compression molding technologies, supplying parts for applications such as medical devices, semiconductors, and aerospace. The company focuses on serving customers in heavily regulated environments and aims to be an extension of its clients’ operations by acting as a material supplier partner. Compared with competitors, Westlake emphasizes its global leadership, broad resin handling, diverse market reach, and its role as a collaborative partner that supports customers’ manufacturing needs rather than merely supplying material.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Media, Pennsylvania
Founded
1951
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Westlake Plastics website highlights new Amidelux launch and active 2026 product marketing.
- ACI acquisition adds manufacturing in Portugal, Mexico, Tunisia, and Romania for cross-selling.
- Westlake's 2026 acquisition spree signals capital support for specialty materials growth initiatives.
What critics are saying
- Westlake paid $67 million to settle PVC pipe antitrust claims in Q1 2026.
- Westlake disclosed $100 million-$170 million possible environmental losses as of June 2026.
- Persistent losses and restructurings at Westlake strain investment into Plastics if demand weakens.
What makes Westlake Plastics unique
- Westlake Plastics launches Amidelux PA sheet and Arolux PEKK with Arkema in 2026.
- Over 50 years supplying NASA programs, reinforcing trusted high-performance thermoplastics credibility.
- Westlake's 2026 ACI acquisition expands specialty-compounding reach across wire and cable markets.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) Company Match