Sander Operator Helper

Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces in Temple, Texas, seeks a Sander Operator Helper for night shifts in the sanding department. The role involves feeding laminate, sanding, measuring, and ensuring quality per specs under supervision of the Sander Operator.

Requires basic math, attention to detail, and willingness to learn in a manufacturing setting. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a company that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in a manufacturing/production setting.
• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to manufacturing environments.
• Basic math skills to add/subtract and measure materials.
• Ability to read and follow production schedules and specs.
• Capable of lifting heavy material (>50 lbs) and performing physical tasks.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve pressed laminate from breakdown holding area.
• Operate table lift to position material for sanding.
• Activate feed line, edge routing and end cut.
• Insert laminate into the sander and cut to size.
• Adjust machine controls as required for proper sanding.
• Lay off exiting laminate sheets to the lay off table.
• Conduct visual quality checks during sanding.
• Inspect material against specifications and defects.
• Move imperfect products to defect area for review.
• Place finished product in holding area for Finished Goods.
• Document production schedule and material waste.
• Maintain safety by using protective equipment and mass-limited handling.
• Perform lock-out/tag-out procedures and preventative maintenance checks.
• Provide on-the-job training to department personnel.

Skills

Safety standards

Mathematical ability

Hand-eye coordination

Tape measure

Micrometer

Lift truck operation

Reading production schedules

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometer

Lift truck

Job description

## Sander Operator HelperApplylocations: Temple, Texastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: R-000122# **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 dependentsOpportunities to grow* Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility* Training, coaching, and mentorship* Development programs to support your goalsTime 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 HelperThe 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, an 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****EXPERIENCE**: one year of work experience**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** 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.*