Machine Operator

Forte Opening S; Town of Birchwood (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week, no weekends orover

Overtime on Fridays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid parental leave

Vacation accruals with increases for  

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions in Birchwood, WI is seeking a Machine Operator to join a high-performance team in a manufacturing setting. You will rotate positions, follow schematics, and support a cross-functional crew.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on use of hand tools and measuring devices. The company offers a four-day work week, overtime on Fridays, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• One year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Strong math skills including fractions and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Follow job orders and schematics.
• Gather materials based on schematics.
• Craft and make basic repairs with hand tools.
• Perform safety checks on products and materials.
• Maintain workstation and housekeeping.
• Support team through collaboration and clear communication.
• Work safely and wear PPE per safety procedures.
• Day-to-day direction provided by supervisor.

Skills

Math abilities

Reading instructions

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape Measure

Caliper

Power tools

Job description

Location: Birchwood, WI

Shift: 1st

Schedule: Mon-Thur 5am-3:30pm

Build Your Future with Forte Opening Solutions

At 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, innovation, safety, and collaboration.

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What You'll Do

The Machine Operator will work in a high-performance work organization on a cross functional team that utilizes the operator’s ability to perform multiple tasks and work within a team environment. Operators need to be cooperative and willing to apply their skills and rotate positions on a regular basis to make the team successful.

Responsibilities

• Follow job orders and schematics.
• Gather materials based on schematics.
• Craft and make basic repairs with various hand tools (I.E tape measure and various power tools).
• Perform safety checks and assessments on product and materials.
• Maintain workstation and general housekeeping.
• Support other team members through collaboration and clear and concise communication skills.
• Work safely, wear PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Day-to-day direction provided by supervisor.

What We're Looking For

What you will need:

• Preferably one year experience in manufacturing setting working in a similar role
• Ability to add ad subtract fractions and whole numbers, convert fractions to decimals Exceptional math abilities are a must.)
• Ability to read, follow, and understand work instructions
• HS Diploma or GED equivalent
• Able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Preferred Qualifications

• Work on a computer
• Use a Tape Measure, Caliper
• Use hand and power tools
• Ability to do small repairs on doors

Why Join Forte?

• Competitive pay
• Four-day work week, no weekends or overnights!
• Opportunity for overtime on Fridays
• Skill-Based Pay Program with immediate hourly rate increases (up to $1/hr for each!) for demonstrating proficiency in required skills, PLUS for learning and developing mastery in new skills
• Career growth and advancement opportunities- promote from within culture whenever possible
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance-HSA & PPO plans
• $70 monthly wellness credit toward health insurance premiums just for getting annual physicals
• Company paid STD/LTD and life insurance
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid parental leave
• Vacation accruals with increases for tenure
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Our Values

• Customer Delight
• Expertise
• Easy to do Business With
• Trustworthiness
• Own Our Actions
• Executional Excellence
• Relentlessly Curious

Equal Opportunity Employer

Forte Opening Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable law.

You Should Be Proficient In

• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment