Press Operator-1

100 Wilsonart LLC; Maine; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Vision benefits

Gym discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Internal mobility

Mentorship

Paid vacation

Job summary

Wilsonart is seeking a press operator to control curing, panel handling, and workflow on the production line. You will monitor cycle specifications, verify schedules, log production data, and ensure materials are ready for the next steps.

This role requires attention to detail and compliance with safety procedures. You will train teammates, perform lock-out/tag-out and maintenance checks, and maintain quality by spotting defects and ensuring proper protective equipment usage.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in SHS, material handler and grading panels.
• Must be able to operate a lift truck safely.

Responsibilities

• Operates press to cure material according to cycle specifications.
• Evaluates the daily press schedule.
• Logs production information such as material produced, type, size, run, and control settings.
• Ensures all material is present for the production process.
• Lays up and aligns the raw materials according to the production process.
• Handles the movement of stainless steel plates and completed panels.
• Initiates corrective action if production operations deviate from standards.
• Trains personnel on performance of tasks.
• Performs lock-out/tag-out procedures and preventive maintenance checks.
• Ensures employees wear protective equipment as required when handling hazardous materials.
• Packages finished material according to standard procedures.

Skills

Lift truck operation

Safety compliance

Quality inspection

Team leadership

Production planning

Documentation

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lift truck

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 Summary

Controls the operation of receiving treated material, board, controlling the press cure cycle, panel grading and plate changes, under direction of the Crewleader. Performs other tasks as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates press to cure the material according to the press cycle specifications
• Evaluates the daily press schedule
• Logs production information such as: material produced, type, size, run, control settings, etc.
• Ensures all material is present for the production process
• Lays up and aligns the raw materials according to the production process
• Handles the movement of stainless steel plates, and completed panels
• Initiates corrective action if production operations are not to standard
• Trains personnel on performance of tasks
• Performs lock‑out/tag‑out procedures and preventative maintenance checks
• Ensures employees are wearing protective equipment as required or when handling hazardous materials
• Packages finished material according to standard procedures

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards
• Knowledge of the pressing manufacturing process and component materials utilized
• Knowledge of the level of quality material must meet
• Skill in operating a lift truck
• Skill in establishing effective working relationships with other personnel
• Ability to identify patterns and finishes
• Ability to identify colors and shades
• Ability to lead people
• Ability to accurately record information on production schedules/logs
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules and material assets
• 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 forms at all levels of the organization
• Ability to learn new skills

Education

• High School Graduate or GED

Experience

• Experience in SHS, material handler and grading panels

Physical Requirements

• Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing/climbing and lifting material or equipment of heavy weight 50 to 100 lbs

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

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.

With our engineered surfaces, we can replicate the surfaces of nature. We can create new, inspired looks with more durable, sustainable materials. If it can be imagined, we can make it happen. We manufacture and distribute High Pressure Laminate, Coordinated TFL and Edgeband, Quartz, Solid Surface, Epoxy, and other decorative engineered surfaces for use in the office, education, healthcare, residential, hospitality, and retail markets.