General Laborer - 2nd Shift

Forte Opening S; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions in Kentucky is seeking a dedicated General Laborer to support door manufacturing operations. You will load and unload doors or raw materials, assemble components, and move finished products along the plant efficiently while rotating tasks to build versatility.

Applicants should have up to one year of manufacturing experience or a willingness to learn, with the ability to lift up to 60 lbs, read work orders, and follow safety rules. A background check may be required.

Qualifications

• Preferably 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• HS Diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Ability to read order specs and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload doors or raw materials as needed.
• Assemble, craft, and move doors throughout the process.
• Perform quality checks to meet specs.
• Follow safety rules and maintain clean work area.
• Read production schedules and support workflow.
• Maintain downtime records and communicate with team.

Skills

Measurement reading

Hand & power tools

Forklift operation

Heavy lifting

Math & fractions

Reading instructions

Attendance & reliability

Team player

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Tools

Forklift

Push carts

Calipers

Tap measure

Job description

## DescriptionAt 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.