Operator Technician

Operator Technician Back to Search Job Details Career area Manufacturing and Operations Westlake Global Compounds Position Type Full Time Date Posted 05/11/2026 Location US•Madison, MS Job

ID R29890

Share Facebook X LinkedIn Email Apply Now US•Madison, MS SUMMARY The Operator Technician ensures all equipment is operated properly, safely, and efficiently, resulting in neat, accurate and efficient packaging of all finished product.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain a safe work environment while performing job duties. Set up Gaylord boxes and mark tares correctly•having a sufficient amount set up at all times to meet production demands. Inspect each Gaylord box and liner prior to filling to ensure that it is clean and suitable for use. Weigh and package material correctly with neat and legible labels on each package. Assist the machine operator on start-up and shut-down. Keep a constant watch on vacuum chambers from his station and finished product. At coolers, notifying the shift supervisor if anything is suspected. Handling and storing all finished product properly and efficiently, including bulk materials. Keep area and tools neat, clean and stored properly. Break open, disassemble, clean and reassemble coolers properly. Responsible for all cleaning of the coolers on his shift. Stack all packages neatly, even in temporary storage. Must be company oriented, willingly completing any tasks that are assigned to him by the production foreman. Understand and follows all Safety, ISO 9001 and

ISO 14001

established procedures. Understand that shift schedules are not set; willingly work the hours assigned with an understanding that overtime can be assigned at any given time. Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Must score Silver or above on WorkKeys test. Certified Forklift License and prior forklift experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 55 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing environment includes; dust, outdoor temperatures, high noise levels. 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. Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. Apply Now Arrow left icon