Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Quanex is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our 3rd Shift team located in Statesville, NC.

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.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 10:00 pm – 6:30 am

Hourly Rate is $30 to $39.50 + $1.50/hour for shift premium for 3rd shift.

We Offer You!

• 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
• Tuition support for degree and continuous education
• Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment
• Monthly leadership Webinars (include for supervisory positions)
• Air-Conditioned facility

What's attractive about the Production Associate position?

• Collaborative & Team-Oriented Environment
• Weekly Access to Occupational Therapy Support
• Opportunities to Develop Specialized Skills
• Career Growth & Comprehensive On-the-Job Training
• Safe working environment
• Stable work schedule

What Success Looks Like:

• Performs all tasks in a safe manner, wearing required PPE and following all safety regulations
• Know and understand all Safety rules and guidelines to ensure work is performed safely
• Review work orders with resource as they are received, ask for clarification and confer with the requestor for additional clarification when needed
• Originate and process emergency work orders when necessary
• Have a clear understanding of and strictly comply with Lock Out Tag Out policy
• Use computer system to find needed parts for repairs
• Maintain written documentation of work performed
• Complete PMs as required both safely and procedurally
• Troubleshoot an inoperable machine or piece of equipment. Work may involve installing, servicing, replacing, and/or repairing any machine or equipment plant-wide, with or without schematics. Exact skills will be based on competencies known and properly trained in
• Electrical – Troubleshoot and repair distribution equipment, such as transformers, motors, breakers; locate areas of electrical trouble by using proper test equipment, motors, and controllers; test, energize, and repair different types of circuits; and ability to test, troubleshoot, and change drives
• Ability to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear

What You Bring:

• Minimum of 3 years of successful experience as a Maintenance Technician, 5+ years in a manufacturing facility a plus
• High School or GED
• Willingness and ability to train on new technology
• Reads drawings, prints & sketches
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and effectively utilize available resources

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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