Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Quanex is looking for a Machine Operator - 2nd shift to operate a Fluidized Sand Bed with our team located in Owatonna, Minnesota.

In this role you are responsible for operating the Fluidized Sand Bed in a safe and efficient manner. This role is critical to supporting our paint lines to ensure schedules and customer orders are fulfilled.

The hours for this role are Monday - Thursday 3:30pm - 2:00pm

We Offer You!

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Potential
• 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
• 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition support for degree and continuous education
• Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Dynamic Culture & People-just to name a few!

What’s attractive about this position? 

• Growth Potential
• Team-Oriented Environment
• Ability to Make an Impact

What Success Looks Like:

• Operate the Fluidized Sand Bed machine.
• Operate overhead crane lifting system to load/unload Sand Bed Machine
• Manually load baskets with paint fixtures
• Work safely around high temperature components.
• Keeps work area clean of sand to prevent slip hazards.
• Follow all safety procedures, rules and guidelines
• Notify supervisor/team lead of any existing or potential safety issues.
• Responsible for attending work on time and for scheduled hours each day.
• Crosstrain in paint line activities as needed.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

What You Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience in manufacturing operations.

The hourly salary for this position is $21.50/ hour + $1.00 / hour in an added shift differential.

About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.