Plate Operator

Wilsonart International • Fletcher, NC

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About The Position

The Plate Operator operates the plate lift, separates pressed laminate, and stacks material. Under the direction of the Back-Up Operator, Press Operator, or Foreman, the role lays up treated decorative and core material for production and performs other duties as needed. The position handles plates and laminate, inspects materials and finished product, records production information, and supports safe, continuous production operations.

Requirements

• High school graduate/GED or a combination of experience and education.
• One year of work experience.
• Knowledge of applicable safety standards and other rules and regulations governing work standards.
• Basic mathematics skills sufficient to add and subtract.
• Hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to operate a lift truck.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to identify patterns and finishes.
• Ability to visually detect product imperfections and defects.
• Ability to monitor machine operations.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and position tables of component material for production layup.
• Inspect component material, plates, and completed laminate, and record rejects.
• Lay up component material and lay off completed laminate according to the production process.
• Operate the console in the break-out area.
• Handle stainless steel plates, carrier plates, thermal wire, and completed laminate.
• Identify different plate finishes.
• Initiate corrective action when production operations are not standard.
• Transfer the thermal wire board, insert thermal wires, and attach them to posts.
• Log production information, including material produced, type, size, run, and control settings.
• Move pressed material to the Sander Department.
• Perform lock-out/tag-out procedures and preventative maintenance checks.
• Participate in the Wilsonart Continuous Improvement system.
• Maintain regular attendance and perform other position-appropriate duties competently, professionally, and courteously.

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