PVCO Production Shift Supervisor, Pipe & Fittings - Wichita Falls, TX

Westlake Services

Wichita Falls, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Best Practices, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Disciplinary Action, Distribution Services, Documentation, Employee Relations, Entrepreneurship, Extrusion, Fitness, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Insurance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Operations, Operations Management, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Physical Demands, Piping, Plumbing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Production Management, Production Support, Production Systems, Reimbursement, SAP, Safety Process, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Time Management

LOCATION

Wichita Falls, TX

POSTED

2 days ago

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 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

About the Role

The PVCO Production Shift Supervisor at our 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 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.

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.

PVCO Production Shift Supervisor, Pipe & Fittings - Wichita Falls, TX

Westlake Services

Wichita Falls, TX

About the Company

Westlake Services

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