Maintain safety, housekeeping, and quality standards (VSI certification) * Work as part of a team and eventually help guide others Qualifications * Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience (work ...
Maintain safety, housekeeping, and quality standards (VSI certification) * Work as part of a team and eventually help guide others Qualifications * Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience (work ...
Extruder Operator Trainee
Columbus, OH · On-site
$24 - $30.01/hr
Maintain safety, housekeeping, and quality standards (VSI certification) * Work as part of a team and eventually help guide others Qualifications * Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience (work ...
Extruder Operator Trainee
Columbus, OH · On-site
$24 - $30.01/hr
Maintain safety, housekeeping, and quality standards (VSI certification) * Work as part of a team and eventually help guide others Qualifications * Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience (work ...
VSI certified Installer/Trainer and Bachelor's degree preferred but not required * Ability to multi-task, work independently and be a self-starter, self-directed * Ability to work as part of a team
VSI certified Installer/Trainer and Bachelor's degree preferred but not required * Ability to multi-task, work independently and be a self-starter, self-directed * Ability to work as part of a team
VSI certified Installer/Trainer and Bachelor's degree preferred but not required * Ability to multi-task, work independently and be a self-starter, self-directed * Ability to work as part of a team
VSI certified Installer/Trainer and Bachelor's degree preferred but not required * Ability to multi-task, work independently and be a self-starter, self-directed * Ability to work as part of a team
VSI certified Installer/Trainer and Bachelor's degree preferred but not required * Ability to multi-task, work independently and be a self-starter, self-directed * Ability to work as part of a team
VSI certified Installer/Trainer and Bachelor's degree preferred but not required * Ability to multi-task, work independently and be a self-starter, self-directed * Ability to work as part of a team
Extruder Operator
$24 - $30.01/hr
Continuously observes quality level of products being produced and makes necessary adjustments required to meet VSI certification * Uses required company instruments or equipment such as micrometers ...
Extruder Operator
$24 - $30.01/hr
Continuously observes quality level of products being produced and makes necessary adjustments required to meet VSI certification * Uses required company instruments or equipment such as micrometers ...
Extruder Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$24 - $30.01/hr
Continuously observes quality level of products being produced and makes necessary adjustments required to meet VSI certification * Uses required company instruments or equipment such as micrometers ...
Extruder Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$24 - $30.01/hr
Continuously observes quality level of products being produced and makes necessary adjustments required to meet VSI certification * Uses required company instruments or equipment such as micrometers ...
Extruder Operator Lead
Columbus, OH · On-site
$31.25/hr
Partner with quality/innovations departments to ensure all quality standards; practices, testing and metrics are administered and adhered to as required by VSI and the customer's expectations
Extruder Operator Lead
Columbus, OH · On-site
$31.25/hr
Partner with quality/innovations departments to ensure all quality standards; practices, testing and metrics are administered and adhered to as required by VSI and the customer's expectations
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16% of jobs
$15.17 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.70 - $18.51
29% of jobs
The median wage is $19.71 / hr.
$18.51 - $23.32
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Westlake Chemical rating
7.8
Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
40th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers
Job description
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.
Pay Structure:
Trainee: $22.50 per hour
For Experienced Extruder Operators: $24.00- $30.01 per hour, based on experience and demonstrated skill
Increases as you progress through training and qualification milestones
Night Shift Premium: +$2.00 per hour
Training: Paid, structured, handson (up to 12 months)
Do you enjoy working with machines? Fixing things? Working on vehicles, rebuilding engines, or figuring out how equipment works?
We are seeking mechanically inclined individuals to join our manufacturing team as Extruder Operator Trainees. No prior extrusion experience is required - we provide comprehensive training. What matters most is mechanical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and pride in producing quality work.
What You'll Learn & Do
With guidance from experienced operators, you will learn to safely operate and maintain extrusion equipment and progress into a full Extrusion Operator role.
You will learn how to:
- Set up and tear down extrusion lines, including die installation and changeovers
- Start-up equipment and produce quality finished products
- Monitor machines, troubleshoot issues, and make adjustments
- Use hand tools and measuring equipment (micrometers, fixtures, gauges)
- Accurately track production, quality, and downtime
- Maintain safety, housekeeping, and quality standards (VSI certification)
- Work as part of a team and eventually help guide others
Qualifications
- Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience (work, shop, vehicles, or home projects)
- Willingness to learn and grow into a skilled operator role
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Basic computer skills
- Prior manufacturing or extrusion experience preferred, but not required
Pay, Growth & Stability
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Paid training with experienced operators
- Clear career progression: Trainee Extrusion Operator
- Stable manufacturing environment with long-term career opportunities
Our compensation reflects market conditions across multiple U.S. locations and is based on experience, skill set, and job-related knowledge. Westlake Royal Building Products is a total compensation company offering competitive pay and a full benefits package.
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.
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