Laminator- Panels; 3rd Shift

Job Details

• Job Location:
  
  615 - Zeeland, MI
• Position Type:
  Full Time
• Job Shift: 3rd shift (Sunday - Thursday 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM)
• Job Category:
  Manufacturing
• Job Title:
  
  Laminator – Panels
• Hourly Rate: $19.58 per hour (starting $21.58)
• Sign‑On Bonus: $1,200 for this role only; $100 every 30 days worked until $1,200 is reached.

As a Laminator, you will perform laminating operations using hot and cold press processes. In addition to lamination, the job also includes steps such as material preparation, routing, and assembly of components for lamination.

• Build panels using skins, core, frames, rails and other components.
• Load and unload panels from press.
• Inspect and prepare press platens for next operation.
• Prepare skins & core according to process specifications, PQR, Travelers, and BOM (Bill of Material).
• Read and interpret technical drawings and schedules.
• Read work orders, apply materials, and follow instructions per the electronic data system.
• Calculate pressure for operation for a given press.
• Perform testing on adhesive per process specifications.
• Inspect finished product for appearance, alignment and bonding.
• Complete necessary paperwork, maintain detailed notes and fill out all logs.
• Enter defect/NCMR data in the electronic data system.
• Assist other departments as necessary.
• Provide the customer with the best value including cost, quality, and delivery.
• Participate in improving our product, processes, equipment, and methods.
• Handle internal and external questions in a prompt professional manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times and continually improve 5S.
• Continuously look for ways to improve job efficiency and performance.
• Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Ability to work overtime.

• Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).

• Employee Referral Bonus – $1,200 paid in monthly increments.
• Quarterly bonus based on business unit metrics.
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts; free high‑deductible health plan for employee‑only coverage. New hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one.
• Company‑provided short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program – includes legal & professional counseling services.
• Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (paid portion depends on years of service).
• 8‑week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service.
• Paid holidays and parental leave.
• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with 50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.
• Tuition Reimbursement for job‑related and certificate programs.
• Dependent scholarship covering up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependents.
• Access to training grants like Going Pro for professional development.
• Flex Spending Account for childcare and Tri‑Share childcare program covering 2/3 of childcare costs.
• Annual company picnic, golf outing, holiday party.
• White‑Caps baseball ticket raffles and discounts at MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, RX Optical.
• Clean work environment, smooth pace of work, family‑owned operation, security of work.
• Bi‑weekly pay.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Plascore to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at

Plascore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic.