Extrusion operator – Cutoff operator

Westlake Plastics Co•Lenni, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

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 of our 71 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. This is a 1st shift position with hours being 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Requirements

Mechanical Ability
Proper use of hand and power tools
Basic awareness of electric and the risks attached
Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
Basic math and computer skills
Good communication skills

Responsibilities

Use saw to cut extruded product, serialize the product, and inspect the product for defects
Document lot-controlled inspection of rods, slab, discs and serialization sheets
Record product information and data onto the daily cutoff sheets
Box/skid product that is cut
Report any problems/defects/production issues to the shift supervisor
Requisition resin for use on shop orders
Assure proper resin is being loaded per predetermined requirements as stated on shop orders
Clean, fill and maintain resin hoppers through the duration of the shop order
Properly identify and return unused resin to warehouse
Adherence to all plant safety regulations
Report “near misses” and report potential safety hazards
Maintain housekeeping in extrusion areas