Production Supervisor PVCO (Night Shift)
Wichita Falls, TX - USA
Job Summary
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.
We foster a collaborative culture grounded in safety innovation operational excellence and career growth.
Benefits effective Day One
Medical Dental Vision
401(k) with Company Match
Annual Retirement Contribution (ARC)
Life & AD&D Insurance
Paid Vacation
Tuition Assistance Program
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety quality and output objectives
Lead and reinforce compliance with Westlake Pipe & Fittings safety policies and procedures
Conduct shift meetings safety training inspections incident investigations and follow-up actions
Drive root cause problem solving using 5-Why methodology and structured improvement tools
Monitor workflow staffing and line performance to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime
Complete accurate and timely production documentation including shift reports SAP production data and SPC charts
Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to production team members
Partner with Maintenance and Engineering to recommend equipment improvements or modifications
Lead changeovers to ensure efficient transitions and minimal production disruption
Monitor key performance metrics including production output scrap material utilization and regrind usage
Coach develop and performance-manage team members
Support employee relations activities including attendance tracking overtime management and disciplinary actions
Maintain high standards of housekeeping and enforce plant cleanliness policies
Participate in supervisor and operational meetings as required
Perform additional duties as assigned
High School Diploma or GED required
35 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Experience in PVC/PVCO extrusion operations preferred
12 years of leadership or team supervision experience
Strong understanding of production processes workflow coordination and operational performance
Working knowledge of safety procedures and manufacturing best practices
Familiarity with SAP SPC or production reporting systems preferred
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Effective communication and team leadership capability
This role requires frequent standing walking and communication. The employee may be required to use hands reach climb balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The position involves regular light lifting and occasional moderate lifting consistent with a manufacturing environment.
This position operates within a manufacturing plant environment. Employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts varying temperatures elevated noise levels and airborne particles. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required.
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 will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and essential products used in the housing and construction, packaging and healthcare, automotive and consumer sectors.