Production Operator I-1

Wilsonart International; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilsonart International in Denver seeks a Production Operator I to bond panels on the daily production schedule and maintain the glue line. You will work with laminate and core staging, report defects, and assist with warehouse duties while ensuring accurate packing of orders.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of warehouse experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This role requires safety and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• 1+ year warehouse experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Receives all materials from facilities and vendors.
• Checks materials against manifest and reports discrepancies.
• Maintains glue line and bonds panels daily.
• Packs orders and assists with warehouse tasks.
• Reports defective materials to supervisor.

Skills

Materials knowledge

Packaging techniques

Material handling

Order reading

Lift truck

Panel saw operation

Handheld routers

Power tools

Work independently

Quality awareness

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

Job Description:

Position Overview: Production Operator I

Wilsonart, in Denver, 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 include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• • 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 with handheld routers on an as needed basis
• Ability to use various power tools as needed
• Ability to learn all working components of the adhesive spreader and press machine and troubleshoot issues if needed

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Graduate or GED

EXPERIENCE

• 1+ years warehouse experience
  

• 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

COMPENSATION: $21.37 - $26.05/HR, DOE

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Wilsonart, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Affiantitive Action 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.