Utility Operator

About the role

A Utility Operator is an entry level position in a fast-paced continuous manufacturing environment responsible for packaging all product types, blending, grinding, compounding plastic materials and warehouse assignments. The Utility Operator must be flexible and will be assigned any task across all company functions or locations as needed to maximize production. All Operator positions are part of a 24-hour operation of 12- hour rotating shifts. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for product packaging which includes weighing, labeling, and inspecting products that meet quality and shipping standards. Monitors all production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. Reports equipment and processing issues to supervision. Ensures materials meet the recipe specifications and loads designated materials into machinery. Examines products and materials visually and/or physically to ensure quality and proper packaging specifications are met. Completes and maintains all required system inputs and transactions. Responsible for data integrity Documents work completed as required including logs, data reports, procedures, etc. Participates in training, meetings and continual improvement processes and methods Assist and gain knowledge of all required machine and tooling cleaning procedures. Maintains plant housekeeping standards. Follows and complies with all safety and work rules and regulations. This position may require forklift certification depending on the assignment. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS At least 6 months experience in an industrial operations environment strongly preferred. Experience in plastic extrusion, colorants and additives or related manufacturing or warehouse environment is desired. Required Behavioral Skills Sets high standards of work performance; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks. Must be able to read/comprehend all instructions and policies in English. Must have mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide and apply these skills to weights, measures of volume, speed, and distance. Must be able to effectively communicate in English during one-on-one and small group situations. Must be able to work collaboratively in fast paced team environment. Must be able to use computers to enter worked time, log production and complete assigned training. Must have effective problem-solving skills and demonstrate a basic level of mechanical aptitude. Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate a wide variety of small hand tools, scales, calipers, tape measure, hand trucks, utility knife and computer equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from 0 -110 degrees Fahrenheit Must wear safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection and bump caps for 12-hour shifts. Must be able to work in dusty environments and wear appropriate dust masks and respirators as required. Must be able to safely walk on occasionally dusty, wet and/or slippery surfaces. Must have the ability to routinely lift/carry/push/pull 50 lbs. unassisted. Must have the ability to stand for 12 hours. Must have the ability to reach above their shoulders. Must have the ability to routinely bend, squat, kneel, twist/turn. Must have the ability to routinely climb vertical fixed and mobile ladders. Must have the ability to operate a Powered Industrial Truck as required. Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All