Sander Operator Helper

Wilsonart International; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Disability benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Wilsonart in Temple, Texas is seeking a Sander Operator Helper to support the sanding line and ensure quality laminate production. The role involves feeding, positioning, and processing laminate under the supervision of a Sander Operator, with emphasis on safety and accuracy.

The position supports night shifts (N1 and N2) and requires the ability to read measurements, operate the sander, and perform basic maintenance while maintaining production schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of work experience.
• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and related rules/regulations.
• Ability to read a production schedule/logs and record information accurately.
• Ability to visually detect product imperfections and defects.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve pressed material from the breakdown holding area.
• Operate table lift to position material to be sanded.
• Activate feed line, edge routing, and end cut.
• Insert laminate into the sander and cut to size.
• Conduct visual quality checks of finished laminate.
• Inspect material against specs and defects.
• Document material waste and transfer finished product to the goods area.
• Perform lock-out/tag-out procedures and routine maintenance checks.

Skills

Safety standards knowledge

Quality inspection

Basic mathematics

Hand-eye coordination

Reading a tape measure

Using a micrometer

Lift truck operation

Teamwork / independent work

Attention to safety

Color/shade identification

Ability to follow directions

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometer

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: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 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 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 REQUIREMENTSEXPERIENCE: one year of work experiencePHYSICAL 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 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.