Machine Operator — First Shift

Job overview

The Machine Operator — First Shift role is onsite in Statesville, NC, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The posting states an hourly rate of $19–$22.50. Quanex is a manufacturing company serving markets including fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, and outdoor products. The operator runs and monitors production equipment to support quality output and minimize unplanned stops. The role also involves preparing equipment for operation, communicating with team members, identifying process issues, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace.

What you'll do

• Operate and monitor multiple pieces of equipment
• complete pre-operation activities
• support continuous production of the correct product at quality standards
• communicate with team and support groups
• identify machine or process issues
• maintain a clean and safe workspace
• perform other duties assigned by the supervisor within the position’s scope.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

machine operator

first shift

statesville nc

$19–$22.50/hr

monday–friday

6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

manufacturing

production equipment

quality production

equipment monitoring

on-the-job training

401(k) match

medical dental vision

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with 5% company match after two years
• employee stock purchase plan with stated 15% immediate return for participants
• medical, dental, and vision plans
• employer-paid disability plans and life insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• tuition support.

Why this role

The posting says training is available for the particular skills needed and describes a stable schedule and on-the-job training.

About the employer

Quanex is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing. Sector: 33.