Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Forte Opening Solutions; Northumberland (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to support door fabrication on the production floor. You will help with machine prep, loading components, and ensuring hardware alignment while complying with safety procedures.

Ideal candidates have basic math skills, the ability to read work instructions, and experience with hand and power tools. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods on-site in Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and ability to follow work instructions.
• Solid math skills including fractions and decimals.
• HS Diploma or GED required; pre-employment screening.
• One year manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operation inspections on machinery and load components.
• Sort and move door stacks along conveyor lines.
• Load hinge panels and ensure hardware alignment before processing.
• Assist with routines like changing bits and restocking rails.
• Direct rejected doors to repair and remakes as needed.
• Maintain safety: LO TO certification and clean work areas.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods; repetitive bending and twisting.

Skills

Computer skills

Tape measure

Hand tools

Power tools

Basic math

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape Measure

Caliper

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

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 and collaboration.

Overview

What You Will Do

• Pre-operation machine inspection- load screws and hinges.
• Sort and push door stacks down the conveyor tracks.
• Use mallet to loosen doors. Load hinge machine with bifold door panels for hinging. Inspect and ensure hardware aligned and applied correctly prior to push off.
• Pull off cullboards, change bits, restock rails/assist .
• Reject doors are directed to repair and remakes requested.
• LOTO certified and use of air gun during clean up.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, bending, constant twisting while carrying product, stooping, pushing, and standing for long continuous hours is required.

Qualifications

What you will need:

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

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Work on a computer
• Use a Tape Measure, Caliper
• Use hand and power tools
• Basic reading and writing skills
• Ability to add and subtract fractions and whole numbers, convert fractions to decimals* (Exceptional math abilities are a must.)*
• Ability to read, follow, and understand work instructions
• Ability to do small repairs on doors