Quanex Building Products Corp.
Specialty Dept. Machine Operator II - 3rd Shift
Quanex Building Products Corp., Saint Cloud, Minnesota, us, 56398
Specialty Dept. Machine Operator II - 3rd Shift
Job Category : Production & Manufacturing
Requisition Number : SPECI006485
Posted : January 12, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Locations Showing 1 location
Quanex is looking for a
Specialty Machine Operator II – 3 rd Shift
to join our team located in
St. Cloud, Minnesota.
In this role, you will set‑up, operate, and verify quality of work which will consistently meet production standards and qualifications. This can include running equipment such as table saws, shapers, routers, drill machines and sanders to name a few.
The level for each machine operator is determined by management based on the ability to train others and number of machines the operator can run while meeting production standards and quality requirements.
Salary:
$22.80‑$26.40 per hour (rate includes 20% shift differential), pay based on experience
New Hire Bonus:
$1,000, payout increments at 30‑days, 60‑days and 6‑months of employment!
Schedule:
Sunday, 7:30pm‑6:00am, Monday‑Thursday 10:00pm‑6:00am
We Offer You!
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
90‑day performance review for pay adjustment
Supportive, people‑first culture
What’s attractive about the Specialty Machine Operator II?
Collaborative and Team‑Oriented environment
Growth opportunity
What Success Looks Like:
Follow all safety procedures, rules, and guidelines.
Monitors product to ensure that quality standards are being met.
Set‑Up, operate, and verify work on assigned machine.
Accurately, thoroughly, and legibly completes all documentation related to the position.
Ability to train others as requested.
Promotes teamwork by cooperating and supporting co‑workers.
What You Bring:
High School or equivalent education, required.
6 months+ of related machine operating experience, preferred.
Ability to read prints and measuring instruments.
Ability to perform detailed work that requires high levels of concentration.
Bringing a 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.
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
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Requisition Number : SPECI006485
Posted : January 12, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Locations Showing 1 location
Quanex is looking for a
Specialty Machine Operator II – 3 rd Shift
to join our team located in
St. Cloud, Minnesota.
In this role, you will set‑up, operate, and verify quality of work which will consistently meet production standards and qualifications. This can include running equipment such as table saws, shapers, routers, drill machines and sanders to name a few.
The level for each machine operator is determined by management based on the ability to train others and number of machines the operator can run while meeting production standards and quality requirements.
Salary:
$22.80‑$26.40 per hour (rate includes 20% shift differential), pay based on experience
New Hire Bonus:
$1,000, payout increments at 30‑days, 60‑days and 6‑months of employment!
Schedule:
Sunday, 7:30pm‑6:00am, Monday‑Thursday 10:00pm‑6:00am
We Offer You!
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
90‑day performance review for pay adjustment
Supportive, people‑first culture
What’s attractive about the Specialty Machine Operator II?
Collaborative and Team‑Oriented environment
Growth opportunity
What Success Looks Like:
Follow all safety procedures, rules, and guidelines.
Monitors product to ensure that quality standards are being met.
Set‑Up, operate, and verify work on assigned machine.
Accurately, thoroughly, and legibly completes all documentation related to the position.
Ability to train others as requested.
Promotes teamwork by cooperating and supporting co‑workers.
What You Bring:
High School or equivalent education, required.
6 months+ of related machine operating experience, preferred.
Ability to read prints and measuring instruments.
Ability to perform detailed work that requires high levels of concentration.
Bringing a 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.
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
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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