Tool and Die Apprentice

About Westlake Pipe & Fittings

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is the second-largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. Westlake Pipe & Fittings supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com

SO WHY WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS?

We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork.  A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences.  We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement. 

COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS

• Benefits Effective Day 1
• Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (2%), Life & AD&D
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Opportunity for Advancement

Summary: Repair and building of highest quality complex tooling with direction from Mold maker in most efficient time. Must have willing attitude.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility of the MACHINE SHOP APPRENTICE is to perform top-quality operational duties safely and efficiently daily which include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Must be able to follow all safety rules and procedures in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have basic knowledge of manual lathes, mills, grinders.
• Must be able to follow instructions both written and verbal.
• Must be capable of starting and completing projects.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Must be able to work alone and with others.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervision or management.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications:  Willing to enroll, currently enrolled or have completed machine shop or tool and die program from an accredited vocational school.

Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or GED required.  Machine shop or tool and die school preferred.

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend sufficient English to follow work instructions.  Ability to read and understand engineering drawings a plus.

Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical skills required.  Basic understanding of engineering drawings/tolerances a plus.

Reasoning Ability: Must be able to handle stress of holding close tolerances and meeting schedules, mentally alert, safety conscious, communicate verbally well with others, receive, and follow instructions and get along well with others.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Ability to earn and keep a forklift license.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, drive, and operate equipment.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposed to noise, grease, coolants, metal and aluminum shavings, grinder dust, oil, and dust.