PART TIME Machinist, Journeyman

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. 

• Flexible hours between 6:45AM and 10:45PM
• Work no more than 29 hours in a week

The Machinist position is expected to:

1)    Exceed Quality standards and Demonstrate Flexibility in Every Fiber
2)    Participate in Continuous Growth and development. 
3)    Improve efficiencies through process improvement and innovation.
4)    Work closely with the programmers

General Responsibilities:
•    Provide training to more junior level, less experienced workers.
•    Willing to work occasional weekends and extended hours during the work week as needed and be flexible to schedule changes.
•    Maintain a clean and safe working environment by following safety rules and procedures.
•    Attend training programs offered by the Company.
•    Communicate with coworkers and supervisors in a clear and professional manner.
•    Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
•    Wear appropriate personal protection equipment.

Machinist Responsibilities:
•    Read process documentation to determine physical specifications and processing steps.
•    Set-up and adjust equipment; understand drawings, change heads, inserts and other replacement tooling.
•    Gather materials as needed for assembly of doors.
•    Perform quality checks.
•    Operate motorized equipment, (i.e. forklift, KVAL lifts, etc.) as needed.
•    Perform minor preventative maintenance and operator care as required, i.e. oiling, minor tooling replacement.
•    Assist Management, Maintenance, and Quality Personnel when trouble-shooting equipment, process, or material issues.
•    Communicate effectively for flow of doors through mill.
•    Maintain downtime records and production information as appropriate.
 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
•    Knowledge of architectural specifications and wood products. 
•    Understand door construction, stile and rail, frames and specialty flush door is required.
•    Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
•    Read and interpret blueprints to determine programming parameters.
•    Perform machine adjustment calculations.
•    Adjust and set drills, mills, and lathes to ensure 100 percent accuracy.
•    Use knowledge of safety standards to avoid workplace accidents.

Qualifications:

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