General Laborer

Forte Opening S; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions in Northumberland, PA is seeking a General Laborer to support door manufacturing operations, including loading, unloading, assembling, and moving doors through the production line with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of manufacturing experience, a HS diploma or GED, and can pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen. Proficiency with basic hand tools, calipers, and forklift operations is valued for this on-site role.

Qualifications

• Preferably one year experience in manufacturing setting.
• HS Diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a safe work environment by upholding safety rules and procedures.
• Read, understand, and follow production schedules to ensure correct product at the right time and place.
• Follow production orders and schematics; adjust equipment parameters as needed.
• Gather materials based on production schedules to maintain continuous workflow.
• Perform quality checks throughout production to ensure specifications are met.
• Communicate effectively to support product flow through the plant.
• Maintain downtime records and production information.
• Perform housekeeping duties.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Production scheduling

Computer literacy

Attentive to safety

Excellent attendance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklift operation

Push carts

Calipers

Tape measure

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Northumberland, PA 17857Job Category: ManufacturingAt Forte Opening Solutions, we don't just manufacture doors; we create pathways to possibilities. We empower our employees to shape the future of our industry. Join a team where craftsmanship meets cutting-edge technology, and where your ideas can open new doors. Together, we build not just products, but a culture of excellence and collaboration.

Overview

A General Laborer is responsible for performing various tasks to aid daily operations throughout the door manufacturing process. Their duties include loading and unloading doors or raw materials, assembling, crafting, and correct movement of doors throughout the manufacturing process. General Laborers are cooperative and willing to apply their skills in a variety of venues by regularly rotating positions to achieve success.

What you will do:

• Contribute to and foster a safe work environment by upholding all safety rules and procedures, asking questions when unsure, and embracing our Target Zero philosophy.
• Read, understand, and follow production schedules ensuring the right product is manufactured at the right time and at the right place.
• Follow production job orders and schematics, this position adjusts/sets equipment parameters and ensures applicable parameters are achieved.
• Gather materials as needed based on established production schedules to ensure a continuous and efficient door crafting process.
• Perform quality checks throughout the production process, ensuring manufacturing specifications are achieved.
• Communicate professionally and effectively to support product flow through plant.
• Maintain downtime records and production information as appropriate
• Perform housekeeping duties

Qualifications

What you will need:

• Preferably one year experience in manufacturing setting
• HS Diploma or GED preferred
• Able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Use a computer to read order specifications, update databases, and retrieve/update data as required.
• Able to accurately take measurements using a tap measure and calipers.
• Use hand tools, power tools and drive fork trucks and use push carts in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs and on occasion push/pull 100lbs, also to sit, kneel and stoop.
• Must be able to add & subtract fractions and whole numbers and convert fractions to decimals.
• Ability to read, follow, and understand work instructions from both written and verbal sources and basic writing skills.
• Excellent attendance record
• Commitment to your team members, self-motivation, and accountability to safety & quality.