Production Associate I- Night Shift

Quanex; Foreston (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Hire Bonus

Competitive Salary

401K with 5% match

ESPP 15%

Medical/Dental/Vision

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition support

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Quanex in Foreston, Minnesota, is seeking a Production Associate to assemble components, feed sanders, and operate machines with strict adherence to safety and quality standards. You will lift up to 25 pounds, perform repetitive tasks, and maintain a clean, organized workspace following 5S practices.

A $1,000 new hire bonus and comprehensive benefits accompany the role. Shifts run 3:30pm–2:00am, Monday–Thursday, with a base rate of $20.16/hour and potential overtime, offering strong earning

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 6+ months of production/assembly experience preferred.
• Manual/finger dexterity required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product quality to meet standards.
• Maintain a neat, orderly 5S work area.
• Follow safety procedures and report hazards.
• Observe machinery and report malfunctions.
• Promote teamwork and assist co-workers.
• Complete production documentation and reports.
• Assemble components per customer specifications.
• Perform repetitive tasks with concentration.
• Display a positive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Lifting 25 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Quanex is looking for a Production Associate to join our team located in Foreston, Minnesota.

In this role, you will assemble components, feed sanders, work with machines, working with glue. Any hazardous chemical exposure is specifically defined on accessible safety data sheets. You will be balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and doing repetitive motions.

We Offer You!

• $1,000 New Hire Bonus, payout increments at 30-days, 60 days and 6 months of employment
• Competitive Salary and bonus potential
• 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
• 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Various Work Schedules
• Tuition support for degree and continuous education
• Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment
• Employee Referral Bonus

What’s attractive about the Production Associate?

• Hours & Pay w/ overtime potential:
• 3:30pm to 2:00am (Monday to Thursday) - $20.16 per hour (which includes a 12% shift differential)
• Position Location:Foreston, Minnesota

What Success Looks Like:

• Monitors product constantly to ensure quality standards are being met
• Maintains the work area in a neat and orderly condition in compliance with 5S standards
• Follows safety procedures and guidelines; and notifies others of existing or potential safety issues
• Observes operation of machinery and notifies others of malfunctions and maintenanceAssists in other work areas when workload permits or requires
• Promotes teamwork by cooperating and supporting co-workers
• Thoroughly complete all documentation, such as production reports
• Assemble various components based on customer specifications and quality standards
• Ability to perform repetitive work requiring high levels of concentration
• Displays a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn and grow

What You Bring:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6+ months of production, assembly or related work experience preferred
• Manual/finger dexterity skills
• Ability to lift 25 pounds

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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.