Plate Operator
- Pay
- $24 per hour
- Location
- Fletcher, NC · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry level
- Listed
- 22 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- production line operation
- preventive maintenance
- lockout/tagout
Stated benefits & perks
- Health
- Dental
- 401k match
- Tuition
About the role
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
About the role
Production Associate Pay: $23.57/hr - plus shift premium (Rotating Shifts) Wilsonart is a company on the move. An international company built on big ideas. We are made up of exceptional people relentlessly pursuing innovation. We are proud of our company and how we serve our customers. We work hard to deserve the trust of our customers, our peers, and our planet.
We are willing to talk openly about the challenges and obstacles we face; we are open to new ideas and collaboration on how to be even better. We are passionate about what we do and where we're going as a company. At Wilsonart, we invest to help ensure you remain healthy: Medical, dental, and life insurance benefits. Company provided short and long term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Daycare Spending Account Optional Voluntary
Benefits
Vision and Legal Gym Membership Discounts and Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement for Employees and their Dependents Wellness Clinics - On Site (Temple, TX and Fletcher, NC locations) At Wilsonart, employees receive a very competitive 401(k) matching contribution At Wilsonart, we support employees in developing their skills and providing advancement o p portunities: Promotions and Transfers Coaching and Mentoring Training and Development Educational reimbursement for you and your dependents.
- At Wilsonart, we understand the importance of balance in your life.
- Therefore we provide the following paid time off during the first year of hire: Holiday Pay Vacation Pay PTO Pay Apply now and join our team today!
- JOB SUMMARY: Working in the Press department, this associate o perates the plate lift, separates pressed laminate and stacks material.
- Works under the direction of Press Operators/Foreman.
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES: 1.
- Retrieves and inspects component material, plates, and laminate.
- 2.
- As part of a two person team, l ays up the component material and lays off completed laminate according to the production process.
- 3.
- Initiates corrective action if production operations are not standard.
- 4.
- Logs production information such as: material produced, type, size, run, control settings, rejects, etc. 5.
- Performs lock-out/tag-out procedures and preventative maintenance checks and follows all safety policies and procedures.
- 6.
- Participates in the Wilsonart Continuous Improvement system and complies with all quality standards.
- Perform other position duties as required in a compet ent, professional and courteous manner.
- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to work in a safe manner following company guidelines and procedures.
- Knowledge of computers, sufficient to enter data into system.
- Ability to identify patterns and finishes and follow quality specs.
- Ability to operate a lift truck.
- Skill in hand and eye coordination.
- Ability to perform basic math functions.
- MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: High School Graduate/GED or combination of equivalent education and work history.
EXPERIENCE: 1 year of work experience, p referably in a manu facturing/ industrial environment. WORKING CONDITIONS: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Heavy work - tasks involve pushing/pulling, lifting and standing or using force equal to handling materials or 50 to 100 pounds. Plus walking and standing during a minimum of a 10-hour shift. 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.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
From Wilsonart's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 19, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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