Production Supervisor - PVCO (Night Shift)

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Night Shift - 7pm to 7am on a 2/2/3 rotation Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a division of Westlake (NYSE: WLK), is one of North America’s largest manufacturers of PVC pipe and fittings. With 23 manufacturing and distribution facilities, we deliver innovative piping solutions across municipal, plumbing, irrigation, and specialty markets - including our industry-leading Certa-Lok® restrained joint systems.

We foster a collaborative culture grounded in safety, innovation, operational excellence, and career growth.

Why Join Westlake 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

The PVCO Production Shift Supervisor at our plant in Wichita Falls, TX is responsible for leading daily production operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing of PVCO pipe. This role provides direct supervision of night shift production personnel, drives operational performance, and ensures adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards. The Production Supervisor plays a key role in achieving production targets, minimizing waste, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities 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

Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required

3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment

Experience in PVC/PVCO extrusion operations preferred

1–2 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

Physical Demands 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.

Work 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.

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