Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Quanex is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team located in Owatonna, Minnesota. Hours are Monday–Thursday, 3:30 pm–2 am. In this role you are responsible for repairing machinery and actively participating in maintenance, failure avoidance, failure elimination, and continuous improvement functions.

• Complete preventative maintenance safely and procedurally.
• Knowledge of electrical, PLCs, and schematics.
• Operate basic and advanced shop tools to maintain or repair equipment.
• Have a clear understanding of Lockout Tagout (LOTO).
• Maintain written documentation of work performed.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to train others as needed.
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints, and hydraulic schematics.
• Experience with fabrication, changing out cylinders, oils, solvents, greases.
• General construction knowledge.

• Competitive salary
• Bonus potential
• 401(k) 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
• Dynamic culture & people – just to name a few!

The hourly wage starts at $24.00 per hour with an additional $2.50 per hour in shift differential.

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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