Back Up Press Operator

Wilsonart; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Company-paid short- and long-term(dis)

Vision and legal benefits

Gym discounts and wellness clinics

Tuition reimbursement—for you and your

Job summary

Wilsonart in Temple, Texas is seeking a Production Operator I for the night shift. You will operate presses, assist in material handling, and support the quality process under direction of the Press Operator and Foreman.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to ISO procedures. Candidates with basic math skills and the ability to read production logs will thrive; training is provided and opportunities to advance exist within the manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic math skills and ability to read production schedules.
• Ability to interpret ISO procedures and safety guidelines.
• Willingness to learn and work night shift.

Responsibilities

• Operates press as needed and assists with plate lay-up under supervision.
• Operates multiple presses following ISO procedures.
• Back-up operator for all presses when required.
• Performs material handler duties and logs production data.
• Trains other team members on the process.
• Identifies plate finishes and quality patterns.
• Ensures material is present and inspected per standards.
• Follows lock-out/tag-out procedures and notes on Black Book.

Skills

Safety adherence

Math basics

Reading production logs

Team collaboration

Process interpretation

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

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

Operates press as needed, plate lift, align and lay-up the treated decorative and core material under direction of the Press Operator/Foreman. Performs other tasks as needed. This position is for the night shift.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs all duties and responsibilities listed for pressing Level I and Level II.
• Operates multiple presses to I.S.O. procedures.
• Performs the back-up operator role for all presses.
• Performs material handler duties.
• Trains other team members on the process.
• Identify different plate finishes and the patterns produced on each finish.
• Insures all material is present for the production process and inspects to department quality standards.
• Logs production information such as: material produced, type, size, run, control settings, etc. in the absence of the press operator.
• Performs lock-out/tag-out procedures and preventative maintenance checks.
• Ability to interpret and apply contents of the Black Book

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, And ABILITIES

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules and regulations governing work standards.
• Knowledge of Pressing manufacturing process and component material utilized.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics sufficient to add and subtract.
• Skill in hand and eye coordination.
• Ability to identify patterns and finishes Ability to identify colors and shades.
• Ability to operate multiple presses.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to accurately record information on production schedules/logs.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision and as a team member.
• Ability to interpret dials, graphs, charts, etc.
• Ability to visually detect product imperfections and defects.
• Ability to communicate well in oral and written form at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to make decisions in a leader’s role.
• Ability to read and understand the ISO Procedures
• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High School Graduate or GED

EXPERIENCE: Minimum/No Experience

Plus 6 months of Production Operator 1 experience in the Pressing Department. If no candidates possess this experience, then the Company will accept experience in Pressing.

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing/climbing and lifting material or equipment of heavy weight (>50 lbs) Examples: grounds staff and EMS

ENVIRONMENT: Located in an environment with regular exposure to fumes or odors, temperature extremes, or loud noises which cause noticeable discomfort or moderate risk of accident or illness. Examples: engineering, waste mgt, laundry workers and yards/grounds staff

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.