Extrusion Sheet-line Operations

Description

Westlake Plastics is a world-leading manufacturer in extrusion and compression molding technologies of high-performance thermoplastics. Close collaboration with our customers and new product development have been the hallmarks as we celebrate 75 years of success. 

Westlake Plastics offers a competitive hourly pay rate. Our employees receive benefits (medical, dental, prescription and vision), PTO, paid vacation, as well as your birthday off and employer matched 401K.

The hours for this position are 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM Monday through Friday.

Extrusion Sheet-line Operations duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

· Maintain a running sheet extrusion line with respect to quality, safety and product specification

· Maintain accurate records of extrusion process parameters through the duration of the shift

· Learn to set-up, start and troubleshoot all specialty product extrusion lines

· Ensure handover of process information from the production run to next shift’s lead operator

· Follow company standards for safety and PPE, and comply with ISO and OSHA standards

· Complete relevant training provided by the company

· Maintain a good working relationship with other departments

Requirements

Extrusion Sheet-line Operations duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

· Maintain a running sheet extrusion line with respect to quality, safety and product specification

· Maintain accurate records of extrusion process parameters through the duration of the shift

· Learn to set-up, start and troubleshoot all specialty product extrusion lines

· Ensure handover
of process information from the production run to next shift’s lead operator

· Follow company standards for safety and PPE, and comply with ISO and OSHA standards

· Complete relevant training provided by the company

· Maintain a good working relationship with other departments

Extrusion Sheet-line Operations job requirement:

· Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools

· Must be aware of surroundings at all times

· Must be able to think on their feet, make decisions and solve problems with little or no supervision

· Must have working knowledge of electricity, plumbing and pneumatics

· Must be prompt and reliable

· Must be able to work overtime as needed based on production requirements

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Valid Driver’s License, forklift experience preferred