Extruder Operator Trainee — 2nd Shift

Quanex Building Products Corporation; Illinois; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Life Insurance & AD&D

401K with Employer match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

Job summary

Quanex is seeking a Production Operator Trainee for 2nd shift at its Winnebago, IL facility. You will operate extruder machines, help meet customer specs, and participate in safety and quality goals with a team-focused mindset.

The role is full-time, 8 hours, 2:45 pm–11:15 pm, Monday to Friday with overtime as needed. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred and basic math, reading, and computer skills are valued for success.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or industrial experience preferred.
• Good reading ability and basic math skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to use hand tools; calipers a plus.
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Interest in learning new skills and career growth.
• Safety-focused with willingness to follow guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-shift meetings reviewing Safety, Quality, and Production goals.
• Review production schedule and perform work to targets with safe work practices.
• Place parts into crates and label according to packaging procedures using proper body mechanics.
• Perform quality checks on parts and document results in standard work tasks.
• Cut and weigh product samples for QA or customer requirements.
• Identify and inform staff regarding product defects.
• Anticipate demand for needed materials by planning and monitoring lines.
• Record sold quantity, scrap quantity, line speed, SPC, and OEE.
• Push finished product carts to staging area and prepare first stage of packaging.

Skills

Reading ability

Basic math skills

Basic computer proficiency

Hand tool usage

Calipers experience

Safety awareness

Career growth interest

Tools

Calipers

Job description

Quanex is seeking a Production Operator Trainee for 2nd shift at its Winnebago, IL facility. You will operate extruder machines, help meet customer specs, and participate in safety and quality goals with a team-focused mindset.

The role is full-time, 8 hours, 2:45 pm–11:15 pm, Monday to Friday with overtime as needed. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred and basic math, reading, and computer skills are valued for success.