Automation Lead - Day Shift

710 Durcon; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vision benefits

Gym discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Promotion opportunities

Training and mentorship

Paid vacation

Job summary

Wilsonart is seeking an Automation Production Lead to guide an hourly workforce in achieving plant and departmental goals. The role emphasizes hands-on CNC operation, process optimization, and mentorship within a safe, productive environment.

You will support production scheduling, drive efficiency, and train operators while maintaining quality standards and equipment readiness. The position offers growth within a forward-thinking, values-driven manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and PPE guidelines are followed.
• Direct daily production operations to meet schedule.
• Communicate capacity changes to supervisor.
• Recommend process improvements to boost productivity.
• Operate CNC equipment and support automation systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

MS Word

MS Excel

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational CNC training or certifications

Machining coursework (CNC, CAM, 5-axis)

Tools

CNC operation

CAM programming

5-axis machining

Job description

Win at Wilsonart At Wilsonart, we don't just make surfaces-we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care. You'll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You'll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you'll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.

Here, you'll win with:

• Support that keeps you well
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• FSAs and dependent care options
• Vision and legal benefits
• Gym discounts and wellness clinics
• Tuition reimbursement—for you and your dependents
• Opportunities to grow
• Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
• Training, coaching, and mentorship
• Development programs to support your goals
• Time for what matters
• Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
• A culture that respects work-life balance

Job Description: JOB SUMMARY:

The Automation Production Lead is responsible for effectively leading an hourly workforce to achieve corporate, plant and departmental objectives. In addition, the Automation Production Lead assists the supervisor in providing on-the-floor guidance with support of plant production and efficiency by maintaining production optimization, standardization, procedural development & improvements, and performance tracking. Automation Technician is responsible for the setup, programming, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance support of advanced CNC and automated manufacturing equipment used to fabricate solid surface components. This position requires advanced knowledge of CNC machining processes, including 3-axis and 5-axis equipment, G/M coding, machine offsets, tooling, feeds and speeds, and interpretation of engineering drawings and production specifications. The role also supports robotic and automated manufacturing systems, assists with equipment deployment and operational readiness, collects operational data, escalates complex technical issues to engineering, and serves as a technical resource by training new Machine Operators.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all employees follow proper Safety and PPE guidelines
• Demonstrate high levels of good housekeeping practices to promote a safe and clean work environment
• Direct, coordinate and ensure daily productions operations are executed per production schedule to achieve target goals
• Communicate production capacity and update supervisor as changes occur throughout the shift
• Recommend process improvements, safety initiatives and quality ideas to maximize productivity
• Monitor material flow and throughput of production and make necessary adjustments
• Modify and/or rotate production personnel schedules in response to varying needs and priorities as a result of operating changes
• Maintain a high level of quality through periodic product inspections
• Periodically inspect product and verify product meets specification conformance
• Provide guidance and direction to production personnel during Supervisor's absence
• Monitor supply inventory and obtain supplies for shift operation
• Train employees on work process and procedures to achieve company safety, quality and productivity objectives
• Performs other duties of greater or lesser complexity as required by the position or assigned by supervisor
• Operate Advanced Automated Computer Numerical Control (CNC) equipment to fabricate solid surface parts
• Maintain full and current understanding of CNC machinery including G and M coding, maintenance, etc.
• Ability to support all Automation positions as required to meet production needs

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1-3 years' proven experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to motivate teams and to achieve results
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to multi-task and balance conflicting priorities
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Word and Excel.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team environment.
• Ability to achieve measurable goals and objectives in support of departmental, plant, and corporate objectives
• Must be able to operate mobile equipment, crane, hoist equipment and/or material handling equipment.
• Able to work overtime as required.
• Able to support and work all positions in Automation areas as needed.

EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED required
• 2 years of leadership experience
• Vocational training, machining coursework, or certifications in CNC operation, CAM programming, or 5-axis machining technology preferred.
• Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach overhead repetitively during an 10 to 12-hour day
• Able to stand for minimum of 12 hours
• Lift minimum of 50 lbs. frequently
• Operate heavy machinery including mobile equipment, crane, and hoist equipment
• Ability to tolerate working near running machinery, coolant systems, and moderate noise levels, with proper PPE.

JOB GRADE 5

We're looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.

Wilsonart is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

At Wilsonart, we believe in the power of possibilities. Making surfaces that combine form and function. Flexibility and durability. Practicality and possibility. With our engineered surfaces, we can replicate the surfaces of nature. We can create new, inspired looks with more durable, sustainable materials. If it can be imagined, we can make it happen.

We manufacture and distribute High Pressure Laminate, Coordinated TFL and Edgeband, Quartz, Solid Surface, Epoxy, and other decorative engineered surfaces for use in the office, education, healthcare, residential, hospitality, and retail markets.