Production Associate I - 1st Shift

Quanex; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401K with company match

ESPP 15%

PTO & paid holidays

Tuition support

Safety-toe shoes provided

Free beverages

Job summary

Quanex is seeking a Production Associate for the 1st shift in St. Cloud, Minnesota. You will help produce high-quality products, meet production goals, and uphold quality standards while learning and operating new equipment.

The role offers a clear path for growth, training opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including health coverage, PTO, a 401(k) match, and tuition support. Expect a 6:00am to 2:30pm schedule with potential overtime on certain weeks.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent education required.
• 6 months+ manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to perform detailed work with high concentration.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mentality required.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Monitor product to ensure quality standards are met.
• Complete all position documentation accurately and legibly.
• Promote teamwork by cooperating with co-workers.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Team-oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Quanexis looking for a Production Associate – 1 st Shift to join our team located inSt. Cloud, Minnesota.

Join a team where your skills and contributions matter. As a Production Associate, you'll help produce high-quality products while meeting production goals and quality standards. As you expand your knowledge, master new equipment, and support others through training, you'll unlock opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization.

Salary: $18.00-$22.00 per hour, starting wage varies based on your experience

Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm

Work Hours if overtime is required: Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 4:30pm, potential Saturday hours

We Offer You!

• Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
• Medical coverage featuring wellness incentives that may significantly reduce employee premiums
• PTO, ESST, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away
• 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
• Tuition support for degree and continuous education
• Safety-toe shoes at no cost
• Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts

What’s attractive about the Production Associate role?

• Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment
• World Class Safety records
• Clean and well-lit work environment
• Hands-on physical therapy, on-site for you and your spouse
• 90-day performance review with potential pay increase

What Success Looks Like:

• Follow all safety procedures, rules, and guidelines.
• Monitors product to ensure that quality standards are being met.
• Accurately, thoroughly, and legibly completes all documentation related to the position.
• Promotes teamwork by cooperating and supporting co-workers.

What You Bring:

• High School or equivalent education, required.
• 6 months+ of manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Ability to perform detailed work that requires high levels of concentration.
• Bringing a positive attitude and team-oriented mentality.

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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