Machine Operator I (2nd Shift)

Forte Opening S; Town of Thorp (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with 2nd shift diff

Four-day work week

Overtime on Fridays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions in Thorp, WI is seeking a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift (Schedule: Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-2:30am). You will join a high‑performance, cross‑functional team that rotates roles to keep the line moving and efficient.

You will inspect pre-operation processes, load hinges, sort door stacks, align hardware, and participate in hinging operations. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing long hours, and ability to follow work instructions.

Qualifications

• Preferably one year experience in manufacturing setting.
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Reading instructions

Math abilities

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape Measure

Caliper

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Machine Operator

Location: Thorp, WI

Shift: 2nd

Schedule: 2nd Shift Monday -Thursday 3:30pm to 2:30am

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. [forteopenings.com]

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

• 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.

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/2nd shift differential
• 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.