Extruder Operator Trainee — 3rd Shift (Winnebago)

Quanex; Illinois; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental,視)

FSA/HSA options

Company paid life insurance & AD&D

Short/Long-term disability

401K with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

Job summary

Quanex is seeking a Production Operator for the 3rd shift at our Winnebago, IL facility. The role runs 10:45 pm–7:15 am, Mon–Fri, with frequent mandatory overtime to meet production needs.

You will operate extruder equipment and work as part of a team to produce window and door components per customer specs, ensuring quality with minimal waste. The position is full-time with comprehensive benefits, competitive pay of $17.50/hour, and opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous 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; physically capable.
• Interest in learning new skills and career growth.
• Safety-focused and willing to adhere to safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-shift meetings to review Safety, Quality, and Production goals.
• Review production schedule and perform work to targets while maintaining a safe environment.
• Place parts into crates and label according to packaging procedures.
• Perform quality checks on parts and document results.
• Cut and weigh product samples for quality assurance or customer requirements.
• Identify and inform staff of product defects.
• Anticipate material needs by planning and monitoring lines.
• Record sold quantity, scrap quantity, line speed, SPC, and OEE.
• Push finished product carts to staging area, replace empty carton, and pre-load first stage of packaging.

Skills

Reading Ability

Basic Math

Computer Basics

Safety Mindset

Tools

Calipers

Hand Tools

Job description

Quanex is seeking a Production Operator for the 3rd shift at our Winnebago, IL facility. The role runs 10:45 pm–7:15 am, Mon–Fri, with frequent mandatory overtime to meet production needs.

You will operate extruder equipment and work as part of a team to produce window and door components per customer specs, ensuring quality with minimal waste. The position is full-time with comprehensive benefits, competitive pay of $17.50/hour, and opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced environment.