Skilled Machine Operator — 2nd Shift

Job overview

The Skilled Machine Operator role is onsite in Saint Cloud, MN. Pay is $23 to $34.50 per hour, including a 15% shift differential; starting wage varies with experience. The operator joins Quanex, a manufacturing company serving markets including fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, and outdoor products. The role sets up, operates, and inspects specialized production equipment to help meet quality and production goals. It also supports safe operations, accurate documentation, teamwork, and training as the operator gains proficiency on additional equipment.

What you'll do

• Set up, operate, and verify work on assigned machines
• monitor product quality
• follow safety procedures
• complete position documentation accurately
• train others when requested
• cooperate with coworkers and support production goals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

skilled machine operator

manufacturing

second shift

cnc equipment

machine setup

quality inspection

saint cloud mn

quanex

$23-$34.50/hr

15% shift differential

production goals

overtime potential

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• PTO, ESST, paid holidays, and paid training
• 401(k) match
• employee stock purchase plan
• life insurance
• tuition assistance
• wellness resources and onsite physical therapist
• safety-toe shoes
• referral bonuses.

Why this role

Second-shift hours are Monday through Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., and Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Overtime may extend hours and may include Saturdays. High school education required; six months or more of related machine-operating experience preferred.

About the employer

Quanex is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineered Wood Member Manufacturing. Sector: 32.