Production Associate - 1st Shift

About the Role

Quanex is looking for a Production Associate – 1st Shift to join our team located in St. Cloud, Minnesota
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In this role, you will perform assigned production functions in a manner that consistently meets production standards and quality requirements.

The level for each Production Associate is determined by management based on the ability to train others and the number of machines the operator can run while meeting production standards and quality requirements.

Salary: $18.00-$21.00 per hour, pay based on experience.

New Hire Bonus: $1,000, payout increments at 30‑days, 60‑days, and 6‑months of employment.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm.

• Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
• Healthy‑living discount on medical insurance — save up to ~50%
• PTO, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away
• 401(k) with company match & vesting
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life insurance provided
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness resources & onsite physical therapist
• Safety‑toe shoes at no cost
• Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts
• Referral bonuses
• 90‑day performance review for pay adjustment
• Supportive, people‑first culture

• Collaborative and Team‑Oriented environment
• Growth opportunity
• Community engagement

• Follow all safety procedures, rules, and guidelines.
• Monitor product quality to ensure standards are met.
• Accurately, thoroughly, and legibly complete all documentation related to the position.
• Promote teamwork by cooperating and supporting co‑workers.

• High School or equivalent education, required.
• 6 months+ manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Ability to perform detailed work that requires high levels of concentration.
• Positive attitude and team‑oriented mentality.

Quanex is a Second Chance employer committed to providing individuals with opportunities to grow, recognizing full‑time employment as a meaningful path to success after hardship.

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, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive.

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NOTE:
For individuals with nut allergies, please be advised that there is the potential to be exposed to nut products when working in our facilities.