Manufacturing Technician I

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Technician

POSITION SCOPE:

Join the innovative team at Westlake's R&D Laboratory in Rialto, California, as a technician. In this role, you will play an integral part in supporting the research, development, and testing of concrete, clay, stone-coated metal, and stone-siding products. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with cutting-edge materials and technologies, contributing to the advancement of sustainable building products.

Duties/Responsibilities

Key duties include, but are not limited to:

• Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance: Adhere to all company HSE policies and programs, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Laboratory Support: Provide general support to all laboratory activities, maintaining a high standard of laboratory operations and equipment.
• Product Fabrication: Fabricate test specimens for daily tile strength tests, wood decks for permeability rain tests, and mock-up decks for various product testing.
• Third-Party Coordination: Coordinate with third-party technicians for external testing.
• Quality Control: Assist with internal quality audits and collaborate with the quality management team to address and correct audit failures.
• Material Testing and Development: Support the concrete and quality control departments by preparing and testing concrete samples, as well as setting up and using laboratory test equipment.
• Data Management: Navigate SAP for requisitions, purchase orders, invoice approvals, and maintain organized records of laboratory data.
• Reporting and Communication: Create PowerPoint presentations and word reports to effectively communicate project results and share knowledge on color and concrete performance.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance on all laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.

JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent work experience is required.
• Intermediate-level knowledge of concrete and laboratory operations.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• Experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment, focusing on quality and testing.
• Experience with concrete testing is preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP is preferred.

Required Abilities:

• Strong organizational, time management, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work independently and carry projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, management, and external partners.
• Problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle complex tasks and resolve conflicts effectively.

Additional Requirements:

• Adaptability to Work Environment: Desire to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and customer-focused environment. Must be adaptable to overtime when required to meet project deadlines.

• Lifting: Ability to lift materials, which could be up to 40 pounds.
• Travel Requirements: Willingness to travel between plants as required.
• Driving: Capability to drive as needed for work-related tasks.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The base pay range for this position is $50k. This range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits.

Westlake Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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