Layup

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

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

Directs and controls the lay-up process at the assigned lay-up table under direction of the department leadership. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 1. Communicates with the department Foreman to determine the type of run to assemble.

 2. Evaluates the run press schedule for material and special lay-up needs.

 3. Obtains all needed lay-up material for the table from the pattern pullers.

 4. Vacuums or brushes off the table before the materials are assembled.

 5. Lays up the material according to the assigned lay-up schedule.

 6. Counts the patterns of each run delivered to the press.

 7. Monitors the quality, length, and width of all material laid-up.

 8. Vacuums and covers the completed run.

 9. Trains the new lay-up team members in reading the schedules, identifying patterns, identifying defective material and satisfying all the needs at the press.

10. Completes all paperwork and computer functions required for each lay-up.

11. Participates in the Lean process.

12. Determine the order in which assigned runs are to be laid up.

13. Fill any material needs at the press

14. Ensure oncoming shift is set-up for start-up without delay.

15. Regular Attendance Required.

Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.
• Knowledge of the material quality standards.
• Knowledge of computers, sufficient to enter data into system.
• Ability to identify patterns and finishes.
• Ability to operate a lift truck.
• Skill in hand and eye coordination.
• Ability to operate cut down table.
• Ability to use a tape measure.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:  

High School Graduate/GED or would consider 1 year of work history

EXPERIENCE:  

1 year of work experience, preferably in a manufacturing/industrial setting.

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.

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.