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Press Operator

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Job Description - Press Operator


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Position at Wilsonart


Win at Wilsonart 

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

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.
 
Controls the operation of receiving treated material, lay-up material, controlling the press cure cycle and taking the cured laminate out of the press under direction of the Supervisor.  Performs other tasks as needed.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
 
 
·       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, carrier plates and completed laminate.
 
·       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.
 
 
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
 
·      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.
 
·       Knowledge of mathematics sufficient to calculate square footage.
 
·      Skill in operating a lift truck.
 
·       Skill in establishing effective working relationships with other personnel.
 
·       Skill in identifying colors and shades.
 
·       Ability to identify patterns and finishes.
 
·      Ability to lead people.
 
·       Ability to read and 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.   
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 
 
EDUCATION:
High School Graduate or GED
EXPERIENCE:
Must have 18 months experience working in the Pressing department and have held the position of Senior Plate for at least 6 months.  
 
WORKING CONDITIONS  
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
 
Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing/climbing and lifting material or
equipment of heavy weight 50 to100 lbs.  


Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.


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