Production Operator II

100 Wilsonart LLC; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vision benefits

Gym discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wilsonart Solid Surfacing in Temple, Texas seeks a Production Operator II, grade 3. The role involves overseeing the Low/High Pressure treater and analyzing production performance, maintenance, and documentation compliance with SWIS and quality targets.

Ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience, is safety-conscious, and capable of operating machinery including forklifts. The position requires physical effort in a manufacturing setting and pays in line with production roles in the region.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety standards in production areas and applicable rules/regulations.
• Ability to communicate well in a production operation environment.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste materials and safe handling procedures.
• Ability to be safety conscious when operating machinery.
• Ability to drive a forklift and pallet jack.
• Be able to work with chemicals such as Methyl Methacrylate, Ethyl Acetate, Acetone, etc.

Responsibilities

• Transfer finish material from Mixing or Casting station to Casting or Polishing station.
• Count pre-sheets and place each at the correct station.
• Perform repetitive tasks to complete production operations.
• Monitor and inspect sheets for defects and size during operation.
• Clean up pipe, roller and filter as needed.
• Load / Unload protective film by lift.
• Cut down patterns or overlay to reduce loss.
• Monitor pattern colors and designs.
• Operate lift to exchange pallets and reorganize inventory.
• Perform housekeeping in Casting & Polishing area.
• Pass a color test.
• Treat decorative papers to meet quality targets.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Hazardous materials handling

Machinery safety

Forklift operation

Chemicals handling

Tools

Forklift

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

Wilsonart Solid Surfacing in Temple, Texas has an opening for a Production Operator II, grade 3.

This Casting operator is responsible for analyzing and weighting production process performance, reporting, monitoring results from each station. Responsible for maintenance, cleaning, troubleshooting line and pipe. Responsible for production documentation compliance including audit of SWIS (Standard Work Instruction Sheets); Quality objectives in manufacturing environment. Performs other tasks as needed. Machine experience preferred. This person will oversee the operation of the Low Pressure/High Pressure treater under the direction of Low Pressure/High Pressure Supervisor/Crew Leader. Perform other tasks as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transfer finish material from Mixing or Casting station to Casting or Polishing station.
• Count pre-sheets and placed each right station.
• Perform repetitive tasks to complete production operations.
• Monitor and inspect sheets for defects and size during operation.
• Clean up pipe, roller and filter as needed.
• Load / Unload protective film by lift.
• Cut down patterns or overlay if needed to reduce loss.
• Monitor of pattern colors and designs.
• Operates lift to exchange pallets, reorganize mixing inventory.
• Perform housing keeping in Casting & Polishing area.
• Be able to pass a color test.
• Required to treat decorative papers to meet quality specification targets.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the safety standards applicable to the Production areas and other pertinent rules / regulations governing.
• Ability to communicate well in a production operation environment.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste materials and safe handling procedures.
• Ability to be comfortable and safety conscious when operating machinery.
• Ability to drive a forklift and pallet jack.
• Be able to work with certain chemicals (such as Methyl Methacrylate, Ethyl Acetate, Acetone, etc.).

EXPERIENCE

1+ years of work experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Heavy work. 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

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.

At Wilsonart, we believe in the power of possibilities. Making surfaces that combine form and function. Flexibility and durability. Practicality and possibility. 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.