Production Operator I

Wilsonart; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Disability insurance (short & long‑s

FSAs and dependent care options

Vision and legal benefits

Gym discounts and wellness clinics

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wilsonart in Columbia, SC is seeking a Production Operator I. The role bonds panels on the daily production schedule, maintains the glue line, and supports Laminate and Core Staging to replace damaged materials.

You will learn inventory control, packing techniques, and order processing while contributing to a safe, efficient production environment. We value teamwork and continuous learning, offering opportunities for advancement and a culture that respects work-life balance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of work history.
• Ability to operate a panel saw and a lift truck.
• Ability to read and understand customer orders.

Responsibilities

• Receive materials from facilities and vendors.
• Check materials and place in the correct bin.
• Verify materials against the manifest and report discrepancies.
• Photograph defective materials and inform supervisor.
• Cut down oversized laminate and core to fill pending orders.
• Read, interpret, process, and pack orders.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as needed.
• Assist the needs of the customer.

Skills

Learn materials inventory

Packing techniques

Material handling

Read and follow directions

Work independently

Drive a lift truck

Read customer orders

Operate a panel saw

Trim laminate from panels

Education

High School Graduate or GED

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

Position Overview: Production Operator I

Wilsonart, in Columbia, currently has an opening for a Production Operator I. This position bonds all panels on the day’s daily production schedule. They are responsible for the daily cleaning and maintenance of the glue line. They work with both Laminate and Core Staging to report and replace any laminate or core that is damaged during the process. Performs other tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives all material from the manufacturing facilities and vendors
• Checks and places materials in the correct bin
• Checks material against the manifest and reports discrepancies
• Informs supervisor and photographs all defective materials
• Cut down over-sized laminate and core to fill pending orders
• Reads, interprets, processes, and packs orders
• Assists with other warehouse duties based on business need
• Assists the needs of the customer

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to learn materials inventoried
• Ability to learn packing techniques
• Ability to learn proper material handling techniques
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to drive a lift truck
• Ability to read and understand customer orders
• Ability to learn to operate a panel saw
• Ability to trim excess laminate off of panels on an as needed basis

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Graduate or GED

EXPERIENCE

• 1+ years work history

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Performing tasks with team members which includes lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50lbs
• Continuous physical exertion such as walking and standing throughout the day is also required.

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

Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Affiant employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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.