Collator Operator

Wilsonart International; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilsonart in Temple, Texas, has an opening for a Head Layup on the night shift from 5pm to 5am. The role focuses on laying up treated core papers/corestock according to the production schedule and assisting with phenolic duties under supervision.

The position requires strong attention to safety, adherence to schedules, and leadership of lay-up teams. Essential duties include counting core material, setting up the lay-up station, monitoring quality, inspecting runs, and completing required

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.
• Knowledgeable in reading manufacturing schedules.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Skill in hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to lead people.

Responsibilities

• Count the proper amount of core material needed for production.
• Lay up the core material according to the production schedule.
• Monitor the visual quality of the material.
• Inspect the run before moving to the press.
• Prepare the lay-up station for the next run.
• Complete all documentation necessary to complete the run.
• Train the lay-up people in laying-up the material, visual quality of the material and how to read the production schedule.
• Read and understand the product specification book.
• Train as Head Layup
• Will drive a Hubtex
• Will operate the rewind
• Can drive a Forklift
• Contech Helper
• Egan Operator
• Maxon Helper

Skills

Safety standards

Reading schedules

Tape measure reading

Leadership

Quality awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hubtex operation

Forklift operation

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:

WilsonartinTemple, Texashas an opening for a Head Layup

The Temple Corestock department currently has an opening for a Head Layup. The Head Layup will Lay-up the treated Core Papers/Corestock according to the production schedule and will assist with Phenolic duties as needed under direction of the Supervisor/Foreman - Core Papers/Corestock. This position is for the night shift 5pm – 5am.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Count the proper amount of core material needed for production.


• Lay up the core material according to the production schedule.


• Monitor the visual quality of the material.


• Inspect the run before moving to the press.


• Prepare the lay-up station for the next run.


• Complete all documentation necessary to complete the run.


• Train the lay-up people in laying-up the material, visual quality of the material and how to read the production schedule.


• Read and understand the product specification book.


• Train as Head Layup


• Will drive a Hubtex


• Will operate the rewind


• Can drive a Forklift


• Contech Helper


• Egan Operator


• Maxon Helper

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards


• Knowledgeable in reading manufacturing schedules.


• Ability to read a tape measure.


• Skill in hand/eye coordination.


• Ability to lead people.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

High School Graduate or GED

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum/No Experience

Three months of paper lay-up experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20-50lbs) Examples: Nurses, LVNs and physical therapists

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.