We Offer You:

Comprehensive Benefit Package, including: Health Benefits - Medical, Dental & Vision. Supplemental Benefits - Life & AD&D insurance, Short & Long Term Disability. Financial Benefits - 401K w/match, ESPP, FSA & HSA opportunities, and tuition assistance. Work/Life Benefits - Paid Time Off and up to 9 Paid Holidays annually Referral bonus potential up to $2,500

Expected Salary: $17.50/hour + shift differential, depending upon assigned shift

What’s attractive about the Extruder Trainee position?

Great Team Atmosphere Fast Paced Environment. The company LIVES its values Company benefits include medical, dental, vision, tuition assistance, disability insurance, 401k and Employee Stock Purchase Plan – just to name a few!

What’s Expected of the Extruder Trainee position?

Participates in pre-shift meetings to review Safety, Quality, and Production goals Review production schedule, and perform work in accordance with targets, while maintaining a safe work environment. Place parts into crates, and label according to packaging procedures using safe body mechanics. Perform quality checks on parts and document results in accordance with standard work tasks. Cut and weigh product samples for quality assurance, testing, or customer requirements. Identify and inform appropriate staff regarding product defects. Anticipate the demand for needed materials by planning and monitoring assigned lines. Record ‘sold’ quantity, scrap quantity, line speed, SPC, and OEE Push finished product carts to staging area, replace empty card, and pre-load the first stage of packaging. Follow all safety procedures, rules and guidelines; and notify supervisor/team lead od any existing or potential safety issues. Responsible for attending work on time and for scheduled hours each day. Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned. Adhere to and complete work within the 5S standards, SOPs, and OSHA guidelines.

What you bring:

High school degree, or equivalent preferred. Previous manufacturing or industrial experience preferred. Good reading ability and basic math skills Basic computer proficiency Ability to use hand tools, previous experience with calipers a plus! Ability to work 12 hour shifts, including weekends and holidays as scheduled, required. Able to stand for long periods of time. Positive attitude with a desire to contribute to a team. Interest in learning new skills and career growth Safety focus with a willingness to adhere to safety guidelines.

The salary range for this position is $17.00/hr-$22.00/hr

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. Learn more at Quanex.com.