Die Cast Machining Operator - 2nd shift

Quanex; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Potential

401K with company match

ESPP

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition support

Quarterly Bonus

Job summary

Quanex is seeking a Die Cast Machining Operator on 2nd shift in Owatonna, Minnesota. The role involves setting up and operating department machines to perform secondary operations on zinc components.

You will determine appropriate machine setup, monitor coolant and lubricant, assess tooling wear, and coordinate with leads, inspectors and maintenance. The position offers bonus potential and strong benefits such as 401K with company match and tuition support.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read shop orders and all associated documents.

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate setup for the product being manufactured.
• Ensure sufficient coolant and lubricant is applied to the machine.
• Assess tooling wear and determine replacement or repairs.
• Collaborate with operators, leads, inspection personnel, and maintenance teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading shop orders

Job description

Quanex is looking for a Die Cast Machining Operator - 2nd shift to join our team located in Owatonna, Minnesota.

The hours are Monday - Thursday, 3:30pm-2am.

In this role you are responsible to set up and operate department machines to perform secondary operations in zinc components.

We Offer You!

• Bonus Potential
• 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
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition support for degree and continuous education
• Quarterly Bonus Potential

What’s attractive about the Die Cast Machining Operator?

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

What Success Looks Like:

• Determine appropriate setup for product being manufactured.
• Ensure sufficient coolant and lubricant is applied to machine.
• Determine tooling wear and the need for replacement. Determine when machine adjustments or repairs are required.
• Interact with other machine operators, Lead in department, Inspection personnel, Material Handlers and Tool and Die Maintenance personnel.
• May participate in small group activities such as task teams, safety meetings and other improvement efforts.

What You Bring:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read shop orders and all associated documents.

The targeted salary for this position is $24.00 per hour. plus $1.00 per hour for the 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 .

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