Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Forte Opening Solutions • Northumberland, PA

5d

About The Position

At Forte Opening Solutions, the Machine Operator works on a high-performance, cross-functional team and performs multiple tasks to support production. Operators are expected to cooperate, apply their skills, and rotate positions regularly to help the team succeed. The role involves preparing and operating machinery, handling door panels and stacks, inspecting hardware application, supporting repairs and remakes, and assisting with cleanup.

Requirements

• Preferably one year of experience in a manufacturing setting in a similar role.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Ability to work on a computer.
• Ability to use a tape measure, caliper, and hand and power tools.
• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Ability to add and subtract fractions and whole numbers and convert fractions to decimals; exceptional math abilities are required.
• Ability to read, follow, and understand work instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to bend, twist constantly while carrying product, stoop, push, and stand for long continuous hours.
• LOTO certification.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a manufacturing setting working in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operation machine inspections and load screws and hinges.
• Sort door stacks and push them down conveyor tracks.
• Use a mallet to loosen doors and load bifold door panels into the hinge machine.
• Inspect doors to ensure hardware is aligned and applied correctly before pushing them off the machine.
• Pull off cullboards, change bits, restock rails, and assist with related tasks.
• Direct rejected doors to repair and request remakes as needed.
• Use lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and an air gun during cleanup.
• Rotate positions and perform multiple tasks as part of a cooperative cross-functional team.
• Perform small repairs on doors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED