About the role
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.
SUMMARY:
- Monitors and operates the PVC production process, including raw material charging, polymerization, blowdown, stripping, drying, and bulk loading of resin; monomer recovery and storage of VCM
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operates equipment for the Manufacture, stripping, separation, drying, and loading of PVC resin within guidelines of the (JWI) Standard Operating Procedures.
- Operates support equipment for the PVC process; including cooling tower, chilled and hot water, demineralizing and reverse osmotic process water, and steam generation.
- Completes appropriate paperwork and inspections for shipment of bulk PVC cars and unloading of VCM monomer to storage.
- Performs routine data collection and recording as scheduled and responds to correct observed abnormalities.
- Maintains housekeeping in the PVC plant and cleans up after job tasks using proper disposal procedures.
- Completes other routine or non-routine duties as necessary to meet Production Dept. goals in a safe, environmentally sound, and cost effective manner.
- Issues General Work Permits and prepares equipment for maintenance and contractor personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two year college degree. 3-5 years of industrial experience.
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.
Aplyr's read
Westlake is a leading petrochemical and building products company, attracting professionals in engineering, accounting, and operations with its global manufacturing presence.
What's promising
- •Westlake offers diverse career opportunities across engineering, operations, and finance.
- •The company has a strong global presence in petrochemicals and building products.
- •Westlake is known for its commitment to sustainability initiatives.
What to watch
- •The petrochemical industry faces regulatory and environmental challenges.
- •Market volatility can impact the demand for Westlake's products.
- •Limited public information about employee satisfaction and company culture.
Why Westlake
- •Westlake's integration of petrochemicals and building products is distinctive.
- •The company emphasizes sustainability within its operations.
- •Westlake's global reach offers international career opportunities.
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About Westlake
Westlake Chemical Corporation is a global manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals and building products.
