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Skilled Machine Operator I

$21 - $26 per hour

Quanex

Job Description

Job Description

Quanex is seeking a dedicated Skilled Machine Operator to join our team in Wahpeton, North Dakota .

In this role, you will work collaboratively with a team to manufacture high-quality components while maintaining a strong focus on efficiency and workplace safety. Additionally, you will set-up, operate and verify the quality of work on assigned machine(s) in a manner which will consistently meet production standards and qualifications.

The level for each machine operator is determined by management based on the ability to train others and number of machines the operator can run while meeting production standards and quality requirements.

Salary: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour, pay based on experience

Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6:00am-2:30pm and Friday, 6:00am – 10:00am

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We Offer You!

  • Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
  • Medical insurance with opportunities to earn premium discounts through healthy living programs
  • PTO, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away
  • 401(k) with company match & vesting
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Life insurance provided
  • Tuition assistance
  • Wellness resources & onsite physical therapist
  • Safety-toe shoes at no cost
  • Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts
  • Referral bonuses
  • 90-day performance review for pay adjustment
  • Supportive, people-first culture

What’s attractive about the Skilled Machine Operator II?  

  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment
  • Growth opportunity
  • Community engagement

What Success Looks Like:

  • Follows 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.

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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.

 

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