Lead Operator IM 12-hour shift(night) $26.52 per hour

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.​About Westlake Pipe & FittingsWestlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is the second-largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. The company 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 . To learn more, visit the website at and follow us on , and .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.Benefits Effective Day 1Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (2%), Life & AD&DPaid VacationTuition Assistance ProgramFitness Reimbursement ProgramOpportunity for AdvancementSummary: The Operator - Lead is responsible for supporting and coordinating day-to-day management of operators and relief operators, ensuring safe work practices, ensuring quality products, and controlling inventory within assigned area. This includes driving the output and activities of the assigned cells and work areas as well as other priorities as set forth by the Injection Molding Supervisor.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:This position reports directly to and will receive directions from the Injection Molding Assistant Supervisor. The primary responsibility of an Operator - Lead is to safely and efficiently perform top-quality operational duties daily which include (but are not limited to) the following:Ensure Molder Operator assignments are filled at the start of the shift.Assigns Molder Operator task based off daily workload.Carton PalletizingCleaning AssignmentsBreaking co-workersTrainingReplenishing materials needed such as boxes.Etc.Pulls work orders and tracks completionsEnsures work instructions, quality documentation, tools, and materials necessary to perform operator duties are provided and used accurately.Ensure job labels are available at beginning of shift or start of job. (Capable of printing job labels)Responsible for all Microsoft AX transfers ensuring inventory accuracyMaintains a safe, clean work area and follows all established safety guidelines and 5S5S Leader for CellImplementationResponsible for enforcement or adherence (Follows escalation process for non-compliance)Perform routine auditsMaintains quality in cells by establishing and enforcing organization standards (Follows escalation process)Ensures line clearance completion and accuracyEnsures 15 Minute Checks are complete and accurate by OperatorsPerforms 1 hour check for appearance, gauging, and correct label/quantityCommunicates and escalates all non-conformitiesEnsures hold parts are delivered to the Quality Hold AreaEnsure cartons of product are placed on correct palletSupports implementation of Continuous Improvement ProjectsTimely completion of shift reports and other documentation as municate effectively with off-going and on-coming shifts to understand the status of each job order.Drives daily communication between off-going and on-coming shift Molder Operators to ensure 5s checklist is complete and accurate, job status, quality issues, and on-going concerns.Leadership Duties:Supports a culture of excellence (visible leadership)Drives achievement of Daily Performance GoalsCompletes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel as neededSupports compliance with established policies and proceduresSupports training initiatives and tracks progressProvides feedback to personnel on any gaps or deficienciesRe-assignment of Molder Operator job duties when machines are down or changing overEscalates non-conformity’s, failures, non-compliance, behavioral problems or poor workmanship to Assistant SupervisorSupports supervision by providing coaching, feedback, and training.Education and/or Experience:High School Diploma or equivalentLeadership experience in a Manufacturing environmentKnowledge of Molder Operator functions, expectations, practices and policies.Must be able to remain professional and confidentialMust possess effective communication skills with the ability to remain calm and focused under stressful situationsAbility to multi-task, prioritize and manage time efficientlyAbility to make good decisions based on information at handMust possess good documentation practices as outlined by LASCO quality departmentResults driven with ability to manage change while creating a positive environmentIntermediate PC Skills (ERP system (AX Preferred), Word, Excel, Share Point, Outlook)Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend English to follow work instructions.Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical skills and counting ability required.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: NonePhysical 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift 25 pounds 3 feet high. Must be able to operate a pallet jack and remove full pallets from the barcode area to the finished goods warehouse. Good hand and eye coordination for working on parts labeling. Ability to walk and/or stand for an eight-hour period at a time. Equipment used - pallet jacks, knives, tape guns, barcode applicator machine, label printers, barcode scanners and verifiers.Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. General factory. Exposed to heat, cold, noise, dust, oil/grease and traveling powered industrial vehicles.Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here.You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

Created: 2025-12-05