Forklift Operator

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. JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for operating the forklift to move product and materials around the facility in an efficient manner while adhering to all established safety policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Comply with Westlakes Safety Policies and Procedures Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility Operate forklift in a safe and effective manner and follow all safety and company policies Inside forklift driver: Feed the production lines by removing wet tile racks and putting dry tile racks on the line Transport tiles between the racking section of the tile machine and the cure bays using a forklift to remove racks of wet tiles, placing them in the cure bays and removing cured tiles and placing them back in the racking machine for further processing Outside forklift driver: Load trucks with the proper tile color and profile, in a timely manner Responsible for unloading inner-company transfer trucks, as well as assistance with unloading other shipment materials, in timely manner Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on the forklift to ensure safe and efficient operation. Notify the Line Supervisor of any safety or maintenance problems immediately All other duties as assigned by supervisor KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Basic mathematical skills (i.e. ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide) Good communication skills Team player, reliable and high work ethic EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Able to read, comprehend and follow simple instructions, required. High School Diploma preferred 1 year of related experience EQUIPMENT AND SPECIAL MATERIALS Forklift, mixers, air driven pumps, moisture balance and dust collector system. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT The employee should possess the ability to: Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable Withstand exposure to temperature extremes inside or out Prolong standing or in stationary position Complete repetitive movements Bend and/or twist Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds Ability to move or traverse about the facilities Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection) Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Westlake Chemical