Skill Machine Operator I (Day Shift) Foreston, MN

Quanex Building Products Corp.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Quanex Building Products Corp. is looking for a Skill Machine Operator I for the day shift in Foreston, MN. This full-time role involves working with a team in production, operating machinery to create cabinet components, while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The position offers a four-day work week, competitive pay starting at $20/hour, and a range of benefits including 401K matching and tuition assistance.

Benefits

4 Day Work Week

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Training & Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Wellness/Fitness Resources

401K Matching/Vesting

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Referral Bonus

Dynamic Culture & People

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of machine operator experience required.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Displays a positive attitude and a desire to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product quality standards constantly.
• Set-up, operate and verify work on assigned machine.
• Assist in other work areas as needed.

Skills

Mechanical understanding

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Skill Machine Operator I (Day Shift) Foreston, MN

Job Category: Production & Manufacturing

Requisition Number: SKILL005514

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• Posted : May 20, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Foreston MN
145 Main St
Foreston, MN 56330, USA

Foreston MN
145 Main St
Foreston, MN 56330, USA

In this role you will work with a seasoned crew, running equipment that is used to make components for the cabinet industry. This position requires prior machine operating experience, preferably in woodworking.

Shift: Monday – Thursday (5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.)

Pay: Starting Rate: $20.00 an hour, more based on experience

We Offer You!

• 4 Day Work Week
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Training & Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness/Fitness Resources
• 401K Matching/Vesting
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!

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 maintenance
• Assists 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
• Sets-up, operates and verifies work on assigned machine in a manner which consistently meets customer specification, quality requirements and production 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.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• At least 1 year of machine operator experience

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 .

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