Operator I-Machine

JOB SUMMARY 

The Machine Operator I under the supervision of the Production Supervisor may perform any of the jobs listed below. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies and Procedures  
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility 
• Water Treatment:  Treat process water by adding flocculent to disperse solids. Check PH before discharging to city. Follow SOP. Daily log all discharge to city with a supervisor’s approval.  

• Sorter: Inspect the tile on the dry side and is responsible for the sealer area including cleaning the sealer booth 
• Strapping Machine: Responsible for running strapping machine to secure pallets of tile 
• Kiln Exit Operator: Responsible for quality checks of the tile and packaging of the tile 
• Clean equipment and the areas daily. Notify supervisor or Lead person of any problems are identified 
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES  

• Basic mathematical skills (i.e. ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide) 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

• Able to read, comprehend and follow simple instructions, required. 
• 6 months to 1 year of color or tile manufacturing experience required. 
• 6 months Forklift driving experience desired 

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The employee should possess the ability to: 

• Complete repetitive movements such as typing  
• Complete repetitive movements 

• Must be able to work independently 
• Work in a fast-paced environment 
• Ability to efficiently multitask 
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds 
• Ability to move or traverse about the facilities  

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The base pay range for this position is $18.00 to $19.82. This range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).

This 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.