Operator Technician

Westlake•Madison, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator Technician ensures all equipment is operated properly, safely, and efficiently, resulting in neat, accurate and efficient packaging of all finished product. Westlake Global Compounds, a division of Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK), is a leading manufacturer of custom PVC, TPE, and engineered compound solutions serving building products, automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and industrial markets. Backed by global operations and advanced R&D capabilities, we deliver high-performance materials tailored to customer needs. Our teams thrive in a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Must score Silver or above on WorkKeys test.

Nice To Haves

Certified Forklift License and prior forklift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe work environment while performing job duties.
Set up Gaylord boxes and mark tares correctly - having a sufficient amount set up at all times to meet production demands.
Inspect each Gaylord box and liner prior to filling to ensure that it is clean and suitable for use.
Weigh and package material correctly with neat and legible labels on each package.
Assist the machine operator on start-up and shut-down.
Keep a constant watch on vacuum chambers from his station and finished product.
At coolers, notifying the shift supervisor if anything is suspected.
Handling and storing all finished product properly and efficiently, including bulk materials.
Keep area and tools neat, clean and stored properly.
Break open, disassemble, clean and reassemble coolers properly. Responsible for all cleaning of the coolers on his shift.
Stack all packages neatly, even in temporary storage.
Must be company oriented, willingly completing any tasks that are assigned to him by the production foreman.
Understand and follows all Safety, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 established procedures.
Understand that shift schedules are not set; willingly work the hours assigned with an understanding that overtime can be assigned at any given time.
Other duties as assigned.