Operator-Extruder

Westlake

The Role

Overview

Operate extrusion line equipment, ensuring safe, quality production

Key Responsibilities

  • line startup
  • line shutdown
  • operator training
  • pipe inspection
  • production reporting
  • machine adjustments

Tasks

-Start up and shut down an extrusion line. -Assist in the training of Production "C" and "B" operators. -Must inspect pipe on-line as required and each finished pack or reel before adding it to finished inventory. -Prepare production reports and maintain records of machine settings. -Comply with all Company policies and procedures. -Responsible for startup, adjustment, and shut down of the extruder, haul off, saw, die, oil heater, steam tank, water tank, and auxiliary equipment. -An A level operator perform all duties required of Production "C" and "B" operators. -Monitor and make proper machine adjustments as required to ensure product quality, safe operation and optimal output of assigned production lines. -Must work safely and maintain a safe, clean work environment, and perform available work as required by the supervisor.

Requirements

  • record-keeping
  • product standards
  • die changes
  • controls
  • rpm
  • temperature

What You Bring

-Must perform detailed and accurate record-keeping in computer data system. -Must be familiar with product standards and specifications. -Demonstrated ability to make die changes. -Must be able to read, operate and understand all controls and warning devices along with making die, motor RPM, temperature, and pipe wall adjustments for producing products according to manufacturing standards with minimum supervision.

The Company

About Westlake

-Began from a single polyethylene plant in Louisiana and has expanded through strategic acquisitions. -Operates two main segments: Performance & Essential Materials and Housing & Infrastructure Products. -Produces significant quantities of low-density polyethylene and PVC, ranging from raw materials to finished goods. -Productions include PVC siding, pipes, epoxy resins, and polyethylene products for construction, automotive, packaging, and healthcare sectors. -Achieved record EBITDA in the HIP segment in Q4 2024, largely due to increased demand for PVC pipe and fittings. -Family-led ownership maintained by the founding Chao family, operating under a unified global brand.

Sector Specialisms

Housing

Infrastructure

Building Products

Pipe & Fittings

Global Compounds

Residential Construction

Flexible Packaging

Rigid Packaging

Automotive Products

Healthcare Products

Wind Energy Materials

Water Treatment

Coatings

Durable Goods

Non-durable Goods

Swimming Pools

Drinking Water

Food Processing

Chemical Delivery Equipment

Tablet Chlorination Equipment