Plate Operator

Wilsonart LLC; Fletcher (NC); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 65,904,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Company-paid disability

FSAs and dependent care

Vision and legal benefits

Gym discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Wilsonart LLC in Fletcher, NC is seeking a Plate Operator to operate the plate lift, separate pressed laminate, and stack materials under direction. You will lay up treated decorative and core materials, inspect for quality, and log production data while upholding safety standards.

The role demands teamwork and adherence to continuous improvement processes. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred; a high school diploma or GED is required, with physical ability to handle heavy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safety standards in manufacturing.
• Ability to operate a lift truck.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and position component material for production.
• Inspect material, plates, and laminate; record rejects.
• Lay up component material and lay off laminate per process.
• Operate console in break out area.
• Move stainless steel plates, carrier plates, and thermal wire.
• Identify plate finishes and monitor operations.
• Initiate corrective action if operations are not standard.
• Transfer thermal wire board and attach to posts.
• Log production information (material, type, size, run, settings).
• Move pressed material to Sander Department.
• Perform lock-out/tag-out and preventative maintenance checks.
• Participate in Wilsonart CI system.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Skills

Lift truck operation

Safety standards

Basic math

Teamwork

Hand-eye coordination

Pattern/finish identification

Machine monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Plate OperatorApplylocations: Fletcher, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R-000190# **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 dependentsOpportunities to grow* Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility* Training, coaching, and mentorship* Development programs to support your goalsTime for what matters* Paid vacation and holidays in your first year* A culture that respects work-life balance**Job Description:****JOB SUMMARY**Operates the plate lift, separates pressed laminate, and stacks the material. Lays up the treated decorative and core material under direction of the Back-Up Operator/Press Operator/Foreman. Performs other tasks as needed.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** 1. Retrieves and positions tables of component material to be laid up for the production process. 2. Inspects component material, plates, and completed laminate. Records found rejects. 3. Lays up the component material and lays off completed laminate according to the production process. 4. Operate console in break out area. 5. Handles the movement of stainless steel plates, carrier plates, thermal wire and completed laminate. 6. Identify the different plate finishes. 7. Initiates corrective action if production operations are not standard. 8. Transfers the thermal wire board, insert the thermal wires and attaches to posts. 9. Logs production information such as: material produced, type, size, run, control settings, etc.10. Moves the pressed material to the Sander Department.12. Performs lock-out/tag-out procedures and preventative maintenance checks.13. Participates in the Wilsonart Continuous Improvement system.14. Regular attendance required**Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner.****KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES*** Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.* Knowledge of basic mathematics sufficient to add and subtract.* Skill in hand and eye coordination.* Skill in operating a lift truck.* Ability to work as a team member.* Ability to identify patterns and finishes.* Ability to visually detect product imperfections and defects.* Ability to monitor machine operations.**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS****EDUCATION:**High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and at least one (1) year of work experience.**EXPERIENCE:**One year work experience. **WORKING CONDITIONS****PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**Heavy work - Tasks involve pushing/pulling, lifting and standing or using force equal to handling materials of 50 to 100 pounds.**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.*