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Machine Operator 1(2nd Shift)

Forte Opening Solutions
Thorp, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/21/2027

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.

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