Press Operator

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

Controls the operation of receiving treated material, board, controlling the press cure cycle, panel grading and plate changes, under direction of the Crew leader. Performs other tasks as needed.

• Operates press to cure the material according to the press cycle specifications
• Evaluates the daily press schedule
• Logs production information such as: material produced, type, size, run, control settings, etc.
• Ensures all material is present for the production process
• Lays up and aligns the raw materials according to the production process
• Handles the movement of stainless steel plates, and completed panels
• Initiates corrective action if production operations are not to standard
• Trains personnel on performance of tasks
• Performs lock‑out/tag‑out procedures and preventative maintenance checks
• Ensures employees are wearing protective equipment as required or when handling hazardous materials
• Packages finished material according to standard procedures

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards
• Knowledge of the pressing manufacturing process and component materials utilized
• Knowledge of the level of quality material must meet
• Skill in operating a lift truck
• Skill in establishing effective working relationships with other personnel
• Ability to identify patterns and finishes
• Ability to identify colors and shades
• Ability to lead people
• Ability to accurately record information on production schedules/logs
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules and material assets
• Ability to work independently without close supervision and as a team member
• Ability to interpret dials, graphs, charts, etc.
• Ability to visually detect product imperfections and defects
• Ability to communicate well in oral and written forms at all levels of the organization
• Ability to learn new skills

• High School Graduate or GED

• Experience in SHS, material handler and grading panels

• Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing/climbing and lifting material or equipment of heavy weight 50 to 100 lbs

• 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

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.

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.