Press Operator-1

Wilsonart; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSAs

Vision benefits

Gym discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wilsonart in Oxford, MS seeks a production operator to control the curing press, manage panel charging, and ensure material readiness for each run. You will log production data, verify quality, and support safe, efficient operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires lifting 50–100 lbs, following safety protocols, and collaborating with team members to meet daily production targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience as a material handler and panel grading.
• Ability to operate safely and follow production procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate press to cure material according to cycle specs.
• Evaluate daily press schedule and logs.
• Record production data: material type, size, run, settings.
• Ensure material is available for production.
• Align raw materials per process and manage panels.
• Move stainless steel plates and finished panels.
• Initiate corrective actions when standards are not met.
• Train personnel on tasks and safety procedures.
• Perform lock‑out/tag‑out and maintenance checks.
• Ensure proper PPE usage and hazardous material handling.
• Package finished material per procedures.

Skills

Lift truck operation

Production logging

Quality inspection

Team leadership

Oral & written communication

Ability to learn new skills

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.

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

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.
• Package 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.