Manufacturing Energy & Decarbonization Lead

Quanex; Mounds View (MN); On-site; USD 121,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401K Match w/ 2-year vesting period

Bonus Potential

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Wellness/Fitness Resources

Training/Development

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Dynamic Culture & People

Job summary

Quanex is seeking an Operational Decarbonization Manager to spearhead energy-focused kaizen events across 40 locations in the US, Canada and Mexico, with potential expansion globally. The role involves partnering with plant leadership to implement continual improvement techniques, reduce energy use, waste, and water consumption, and deliver measurable environmental and cost benefits.

The position is based in Minnesota or Ohio, with travel across North America to support sustainability programs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy or related field is desired.
• 5+ years of professional work experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma experience or recognized energy management qualifications (such as Certified Energy Manager or DOE Better Plants Energy Efficiency Bootcamp preferred), demonstrated by successful completion of a major improvement project.

Responsibilities

• Lead impactful sustainability initiatives that directly reduce carbon emissions, energy consumption, waste, and operating costs across manufacturing operations.
• Partner with plant leaders and cross-functional teams to implement real-world operational improvements.
• Own and influence sustainability strategies that support Quanex’s long-term environmental and business objectives.
• Apply technical expertise in energy management, Lean principles, and continuous improvement to deliver measurable results.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Energy management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, energy or related field

Job description

Quanex is seeking an Operational Decarbonization Manager to spearhead energy-focused kaizen events across 40 locations in the US, Canada and Mexico, with potential expansion globally. The role involves partnering with plant leadership to implement continual improvement techniques, reduce energy use, waste, and water consumption, and deliver measurable environmental and cost benefits.

The position is based in Minnesota or Ohio, with travel across North America to support sustainability programs,