Automation Packer II - Day Shift

Wilsonart International • Taylor, TX

6d

About The Position

The Automation Packer II performs final sanding, painting, cleaning, and packing of fabricated piece parts according to the requirements on each piece ticket. The role also trains new Automation Packers and may perform other duties to meet business needs.

Wilsonart describes a workplace focused on innovation, employee support, career growth, training, and work-life balance. The role requires working in a fast-paced production environment and meeting physical demands that include standing for at least eight hours, moving between workstations, and regularly handling materials and parts weighing up to 40–50 pounds.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• At least 6 months of experience.
• Basic PC knowledge.
• Ability to understand positional work instructions.
• Ability to use a calibrated tape measure and identify standard and metric units based on ticket requirements.
• Ability to operate nail and staple guns correctly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to become forklift certified.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends.
• Ability to learn automation software and perform basic computer functions.
• Ability to communicate effectively within a team.
• Ability to stand for at least 8 hours and walk or move between workstations for extended periods during the shift.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull materials, tooling, and parts weighing up to 40–50 pounds.
• Sufficient hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate controls, handle precision tools, and load and unload parts.
• Adequate corrected or uncorrected vision to read measurement tools and inspect parts, including close-up vision and depth perception.
• Ability to work near running machinery and coolant systems and tolerate moderate noise levels while using proper PPE.
• Ability to remain focused and attentive while performing repetitive tasks in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, final sand, paint, and polish finished piece parts.
• Pack and label piece parts according to the requirements on the piece ticket.
• Select appropriate packing materials, including skids, paper, corner boards, and license plates.
• Paint the edges of pieces.
• Inspect each piece for dimensional and visual quality before packing.
• Train new Automation Packer I employees.
• Collect and document required data at the assigned workstation using appropriate forms.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts and dependent care options
• Vision and legal benefits
• Gym discounts and wellness clinics
• Tuition reimbursement for employees and their dependents
• Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
• Training, coaching, and mentorship
• Development programs
• Paid vacation and holidays in the first year
• A culture that respects work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED