Sander Operator Helper

Wilsonart; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Wilsonart in Temple, Texas is hiring a Sander Operator Helper for night shifts (N1 and N2). You will feed laminate through the sander, set up and adjust equipment, inspect finished sheets, and support the sanding process with attention to quality and safety. Prior experience with manufacturing environments and ability to lift materials are needed.

The role emphasizes working in a team to meet production goals while following strict safety protocols and logging production data for quality control.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Night shift availability (N1 and N2).
• General safety knowledge and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to read measurements and record results.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve pressed material from breakdown holding area.
• Position material using table lift for sanding.
• Operate feed line, edge routing and end cut.
• Insert laminate into the sander and cut to size.
• Inspect quality and document waste.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping in the sanding area.
• Provide on‑the‑job training to department personnel.

Skills

Safety standards

Quality awareness

Math basics

Hand‑eye coordination

Tape measure

Micrometer

Lift truck operation

Teamwork

Reading production schedules

Following directions

Independent work

Safety conscious

Color/shade identification

Visual inspection

Machine monitoring

Computer operation

Tools

Table lift

Sander machine

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 in Temple, Texas has an opening for a Sander Operator Helper. The Temple Sanding department currently has an opening for a Sander Operator Helper. The Sander Operator Helper feeds the laminate through the sander and lays off the material from the sander under direction of Sander Operator. Perform other tasks as needed. This schedule is for night shifts, N1 and N2.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Retrieve the pressed material from the breakdown holding area.
• Operate table lift to position the material to be sanded.
• Activate feed line, edge routing and end cut.
• Insert individual laminate into the sander.
• Cut material to specific sizes.
• Adjust machine controls.
• Lay off exiting laminate sheets individually to the lay‑off table.
• Conduct visual quality check of completed laminate during the process.
• Inspect material against set specifications and pattern defects.
• Pull from process any imperfect product onto defect table.
• Place the finished product in the holding area to be delivered to the Finished Goods Department.
• Transfer production schedule to the layoff table.
• Document the amount of material waste.
• Place a new table at the sander to continue the process.
• Perform lock‑out/tag‑out procedures and preventative maintenance checks.
• Initiate corrective action if production operations are not to standard.
• Insure employees are wearing protective equipment as required or when handling hazardous materials.
• Provide on‑the‑job training to department personnel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.
• Knowledge of the level of quality material must meet.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics is sufficient to add and subtract.
• Skill in hand‑eye coordination.
• Skill in reading a tape measure.
• Skill in using a micrometer.
• Skill in operating a lift truck.
• Skill in establishing effective working relationships with other personnel.
• Ability to retain information.
• Ability to learn to read and accurately record information on a production schedule/logs.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision, and as a team member.
• Ability to be safety conscious when operating machinery.
• Ability to identify colors and shades.
• Ability to visually detect product imperfections and defects.
• Ability to learn to monitor machine operations and operate a computer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

One year of work experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Continuous physical exertion such as walking, pushing, climbing and lifting material or equipment over 50 lbs (e.g., grounds staff and EMS).

ENVIRONMENT

Located in an environment with regular exposure to fumes or odors, temperature extremes, or loud noises, causing noticeable discomfort or moderate risk of accident or illness (e.g., engineering, waste management, 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.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.