Production Operator - 1st Shift
Listed on 2026-03-07
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Assembly
Quanex is looking for aProduction Operator to join our 1stShift team located in Cannon Falls, Minnesota.
Join a well-established industry that provides a structured pathway for long‑term growth in a technically skilled, high‑demand field. Build expertise through hands‑on experience and formal training, developing the knowledge and skills needed to advance in your career.
Our Production Operators are responsible for performing changeovers, packing parts and performing quality checks, to meet production standards and quality requirements on extrusion lines.
We Offer You!
- Paid Time Off, Training & Holidays
- Shift Differential Pay
- Charitable Contribution Match Program
- Training & Professional Development
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!
What’s attractive about the Production Associate position?
- Collaborative & Team‑Oriented Environment
- Growth Potential & On the Job Training
- Work Schedule:
Monday‑Friday: 6:30am‑3:00pm
What Success Looks Like:
- Performs changeovers, packs components, and performs quality checks, to meet production standards and quality requirements on extrusion lines.
- Follows all safety procedures, utilizes safety devices and identifies any existing or potential safety issues.
- Follows standard work procedures for packaging, quality inspection, and machine operation.
- Maintains an organized and clean work area.
- Assists other departments as needed under direction from Team Leader.
The hourly rate starts at $21/hr.
What You Bring:
- Positive attitude and a strong desire to learn
- Accountability and initiative
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.
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- Team Oriented – Intermediate
- Enthusiastic – Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Detail Oriented – Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Goal Completion – Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
- Flexibility – Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Self‑Starter – Inspired to perform without outside help
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