What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician - Day Shift - $18.35 / hr position at Westlake Services?
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 & Fittings
Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE : WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, 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 A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.
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 : Responsible for ensuring products meet industry and internal requirements through dimensional checks, performance testing, visual review, and simple measuring practices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
This position reports directly to and will receive direction from the Quality Supervisor and Quality Lead.
The primary responsibility of the Quality Technician is to perform daily operational duties safely and efficiently. These duties include, but are not limited to, the following :
Supervisory Responsibilities : None.
Qualifications : None.
Education and / or Experience : High School Diploma or equivalent and 1-year manufacturing experience. Experience with product inspection, measuring tools, or lab equipment preferred.
Language Skills : Ability to read and comprehend sufficient English to follow work instructions. Ability to write in English.
Mathematical Skills : Ability to perform basic mathematics including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and averaging with both whole and fractional numbers.
Technical Skills : Ability to use a computer, tablet, and other digital equipment.
Reasoning Ability : Capable of accurately making decisions to approve or disapprove product based on provided technical information. If the event information is not provided, must be able to develop a plan to gather information and execute. Ability to collaborate and work around other employees in a professional and ethical manner. Capable of applying written procedures to test results and initiate appropriate actions.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations : None
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 35 pounds 3 feet high. Dexterous use of both hands and feet. Good vision and hearing. Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to 70% during working hours.
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. Must be able to work with limited supervision. General factory. Exposed to heat, cold, noise, dust, oil / grease, solvent welding cement, 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.
Salary : $18
