Head Saw Operator

Wilsonart; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance (short-term &

FSAs and dependent care

Vision benefits

Legal benefits

Gym discounts

Wellness clinics

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wilsonart in Temple, TX seeks a night shift Cut-To-Size Materials Operator to prepare and process cut materials for customer orders under foreman direction. You’ll verify material specs, maintain saw setup, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The role requires reading tape measures to 16th, basic math, and familiarity with Excel/Word. Prior saw operation experience is preferred; rotating schedule includes weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or one year of relevant work history.
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing or similar environment.
• 1 year experience in the Cut-To-Size Department including saw operation.

Responsibilities

• Cut material to specified measurements under Foreman direction.
• Write up and process material to be cut.
• Perform other tasks as required.
• Rotate night shift: Mon - Thu, 9pm - 7am.

Skills

Tape measure reading (16th)

Mathematics for cuts

Safety standards

Excel & Word

Independent work

Workflow management

Saw operation

Attention to quality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ORACLE

ODBC

Job description

Position Type: Full time

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:

Cut material to specific measurements to fill customer orders under direction of the Foreman - Finishing. Write up and process material to be cut. Performs other tasks as required. This position is for night shift, Monday - Thursday, 9pm - 7am.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate the manifest for the material in production.
• Set up the table for the saw operation
• Make tags for cut material
• Cut material to specified measurements.
• Check and set up saw to insure it is operating safe and properly.
• Move cut material to the holding area.
• Visually inspect material to meet quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Change the saw blade and blade cover as needed.
• Performs coordinator functions and backup to the foreman.
• Manage work flow of employees and orders

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.
• Knowledge of mathematics to calculate multiple cuts .
• Knowledge of full size cut specifications for backers
• Knowledge of computers to include Excel and Word.
• Understanding of customer specification requirements.
• Ability to read a tape measure (to 16th).
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to maintain the work flow of helpers at the saw

• Ability to work efficiently with an acceptable quality to work.

• Ability to process Cut-To-Size orders for saw operation.
• Ability to use ORACLE computer system as well as ODBC.

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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

High School Diploma or GED, or will accept one year of relevant work history.

EXPERIENCE: 1+ years

1 year experience in the Cut-To-Size Department to include 1 year experience with saw operation (MJ).

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

Position consists of working rotating shift work to include week-ends.

ENVIRONMENT: Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature extremes, loud noises and bright lights. Examples: mail clerks, material handlers and food service workers

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.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.