Machine Operator - Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Quanex is looking for a Machine Operator – Day Shift to join our team located in  St. Cloud, Minnesota.  

Ready to build your skills and make an impact? As a Machine Operator, you'll play a key role in creating quality products by setting up, operating, and inspecting a variety of woodworking equipment. From table saws and routers to drill machines and sanders, every day offers the chance to develop your technical skills and contribute to a successful production team. 

We recognize and reward growth. Advancement is based on your ability to operate multiple machines, maintain quality and production standards, and support the development of others through training and mentorship. If you enjoy hands-on work and continuous learning, this is a great opportunity to grow your career. 

Salary: $19.00-$29.00 per hour, starting wage varies based on your experience 

Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm 

Work Hours if overtime is required: Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 4:30pm, potential Saturday hours 

We Offer You!  

• Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
• Medical coverage featuring wellness incentives that may significantly reduce employee premiums
• PTO, ESST, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away
• 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years  
• 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP  
• Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
• Tuition support for degree and continuous education
• Safety-toe shoes at no cost
• Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts
• Referral bonuses

What’s attractive about the Machine Operator role?

• Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment
• World Class Safety records
• On-Site, Hands-On Physical Therapy
• 90-day performance review with potential pay increase

What Success Looks Like:  

• Follow all safety procedures, rules, and guidelines.
• Monitors product to ensure that quality standards are being met.
• Set-Up, operate, and verify work on assigned machine.
• Accurately, thoroughly, and legibly completes all documentation related to the position.
• Ability to train others as requested.
• Promotes teamwork by cooperating and supporting co-workers.

What You Bring:  

• High School or equivalent education, required.
• 6 months+ of related machine operating experience, preferred.
• Ability to read prints and measuring instruments.
• Ability to perform detailed work that requires high levels of concentration.
• Bringing a positive attitude and team-oriented mentality.

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. 

NOTE:  For individuals with nut allergies, please be advised that there is the potential to be exposed to nut products when working in our facilities.

With locations around the world, Quanex Building Products Corporation is an industry-leading manufacturer of components sold to Original Equipment Manufacturers in the building products industry. Quanex designs and produces energy-efficient fenestration products in addition to kitchen and bath cabinet components.

Company Description

With locations around the world, Quanex Building Products Corporation is an industry-leading manufacturer of components sold to Original Equipment Manufacturers in the building products industry. Quanex designs and produces energy-efficient fenestration products in addition to kitchen and bath cabinet components.