Plate Operator

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

Job summary

Wilsonart in Temple, TX, is seeking a Plant Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will operate the plate lift, stage materials, and support the production line under supervision. This role requires physical stamina and safety awareness.

The position includes standing shifts, lifting heavy materials, and collaborating with a small team to maintain quality and on-time output. Training is provided, with opportunities for growth within Wilsonart's continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of production experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate plate lift and stack material as directed.
• Inspect component material and record rejects.
• Lay up and transfer laminate to designated areas.
• Move materials to the Sander Department.
• Perform lock-out/tag-out procedures and maintenance checks.
• Log production information such as material, size, run, and settings.
• Identify plate finishes and monitor machine operations.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Basic math

Hand-eye coordination

Forklift operation

Team player

Pattern recognition

Product inspection

Machine monitoring

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.

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

Full time

Job Description

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. This is for D1 5:00 am - 5:00 pm. This is a grade 1 position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Retrieves and positions tables of component material to be laid up for the production process
• Inspects component material, plates, and completed laminate. Records rejects
• Lays up the component material and lays off completed laminate according to the production process
• Operate console in break out area
• Handles the movement of stainless steel plates, carrier plates, thermal wire and completed laminate
• Identify the different plate finishes
• Initiates corrective action if production operations are not to standard
• Transfers the thermal wire board, insert the thermal wires and attaches to posts
• Logs production information such as: material produced, type, size, run, control settings, etc
• Moves the pressed material to the Sander Department
• Retrieves corestock from corestock department and tables from sanding department. (N/A in Fletcher)
• Performs lock-out/tag-out procedures and preventative maintenance checks
• Participates in the Wilsonart Continuous Improvement system

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 Graduate or GED

EXPERIENCE: 1+ years

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

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

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.