Westlake Chemical
Location: Westfield,MA, USA
Date: 2024-11-18T11:41:24Z
Job Description:
The primary purpose of this position will be the start-up, shutdown, running and maintaining, the downstream extrusion operations. The goal of this position will be to assist the extruder technicians in keeping the extrusion lines running continuously and efficiently, while producing a product that meets or exceeds our customer's expectations.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Set-up downstream equipment.Handle raw material and finished product.Testing of product to ensure it meets Boral standards.Assist in minor maintenance when needed.Assist the Extruder Technician when need or asked.5S of the extrusion linesLearn the extruder operation to be able to back up the technician.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:1 year of manufacturing experience.Knowledge of manufacturing operationsMechanical aptitudeBe able to work a 12-hour shift.Be able to pass a forklift test and maintain the required forklift license.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:The employee should have the following:High school or GED equivalent.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:The employee should possess the ability to:Prolong standing or in stationary positionComplete repetitive movements such as typingBe exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortableComplete repetitive movementsWear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)Lift/move/transport items up to 50 poundsAbility to move or traverse about the facilitiesMust be able to ascend/descend stairs or laddersAbility to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditionsThis is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.$18-22 an hour
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