Sander Operator Helper

Wilsonart International; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement for you and your

Dependent tuition assistance

Job summary

Wilsonart International is seeking a production associate to feed laminate through sanders, position and cut materials, and maintain quality during the sanding process. You will operate lifts, track waste, and follow safety rules on a day shift at our Temple, TX facility.

The role emphasizes accuracy, ability to read tape measures and micrometers, and teamwork with a background in high school or GED. Training and protective gear are provided; a strong safety mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• No prior experience required.
• Ability to read a tape measure and use a micrometer.
• Careful with safety standards and PPE usage.
• Able to lift heavy material (>50 lbs) and work in a loud environment.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve pressed laminate from the 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.
• Lay off exiting laminate sheets to the lay off table.
• Perform visual quality checks and inspect against specs.
• Ensure proper PPE and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Safety awareness

Material handling

Tape measure reading

Micrometer operation

Lift truck operation

Quality inspection

Team player

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lift truck

Job description

Win at WilsonartAt 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 wellMedical, dental, and life insuranceCompany-paid short- and long-term disabilityFSAs and dependent care optionsVision and legal benefitsGym discounts and wellness clinicsTuition reimbursement—for you and your dependentsOpportunities to growClear paths to promotion and internal mobilityTraining, coaching, and mentorshipDevelopment programs to support your goalsTime for what mattersPaid vacation and holidays in your first yearA culture that respects work-life balanceJob Description:Feed the laminate through the sander and layoff the material from the sander under direction of Sander Operator. Performs other tasks as required. This is for a day shift position.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESRetrieve 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 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 REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION: High School Graduate or GEDEXPERIENCE: Minimum/No ExperienceWORKING CONDITIONSPHYSICAL 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 EMSENVIRONMENT: 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 staffWe’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.