Machinist Journeyman

Forte Opening Solutions; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions is seeking a Journeyperson Machinist in Marshfield, WI. This role involves maintaining, repairing, and rebuilding machinery in our manufacturing facility. You'll work closely with engineers to construct and commission equipment, ensuring production runs smoothly and safely.

Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and Wisconsin Journeyman/Journeywoman Machinist accreditation, with at least one year of experience. We offer a collaborative work environment focused on excellence and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Machinist experience required.
• Completion of high school diploma or GED is mandatory.
• Must possess Wisconsin Journeyman/Journeywoman Machinist accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and rebuild any process or non-process equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers to commission components and machines.
• Perform preventative maintenance and installation of mechanical equipment.

Skills

Machinist experience

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Wisconsin Journeyman/Journeywoman Machinist accreditation

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Marshfield, WI 54449. Shift: 1st shift, 6:45AM – 2:45PM, $36.19 per hour.

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

Successfully completed apprenticeship approved by the State of Wisconsin Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards and has State of Wisconsin Journeyperson Machinist accreditation/card.

The Journeyperson Machinist repairs, constructs, adjusts and analyzes the operation of any machinery requiring machine tool equipment within the plant. Helps instruct and train Apprentices. The Journeyperson Machinist will be responsible for scheduled as well as emergency repairs, installations and inspection work that needs to be done within the manufacturing facility. The Machinist is responsible for determining the best way to make repairs to minimize interruption of production and advises when the immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary.

Duties

• Maintain, repair, rebuild any process or non-process equipment that requires the skills and machine tools customary to the Machinist Trade.
• Work with Plant Engineers, Planners and Production personnel to plan, obtain materials, construct and commission components, assemblies, and or whole machines used for manufacturing, materials handling, waste and by-product handling, and other processes and non-process equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, repair, replacement and installation of mechanical equipment.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Perform all repairs following Masonite Safety policies.
• Work safely and follow safety rules and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have State of Wisconsin Journeyman/Journeywoman Machinist accreditation.
• Must have a completed high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year Machinist experience.

Physical Requirements

• Lift 1–30# frequently (up to 50% in an 8-hour day).
• Lift 30–60# regularly (up to 30% in an 8-hour day).
• Lift 60+# occasionally (up to 25% in an 8-hour day).
• Push/Pull 100# with assistance seldom (up to 13% in an 8-hour day).
• Kneel occasionally (up to 25% in an 8-hour day).
• Squat occasionally (up to 25% in an 8-hour day).
• Stoop frequently (up to 25% in an 8-hour day).
• Work with extended arms seldom (up to 13% in an 8-hour day).
• Stand in one spot for long periods.

Schedule

8 hour shift.