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Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Quanex and Careers
Owatonna, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/25/2026

Quanex is looking for a Machine Operator (Burnisher) - 2nd Shift to join our team located in Owatonna, MN.

Hours for this position are Monday - Thursday, 3:30PM – 2:00AM.

In this role you are responsible for safely operating the burnisher machines while maintaining established quality standards, work schedules, and deburring of parts for further operations.

We Offer You!

  • Competitive Salary
  • Bonus Potential
  • 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
  • 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
  • Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Various Work Schedules
  • Tuition support for degree and continuous education
  • Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment
  • Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!

What’s attractive about the Machine Operator/Burnisher Operator position?

  • Ability to Make an Impact
  • Quarterly Bonus Potential
  • Growth Potential

What Success Looks Like:

  • Cleans overflow baskets and screens as necessary to keep burnishers in good operating condition.
  • Responsible for attending work on time and for scheduled hours each day.
  • Maintains accurate production records and resolves shop order discrepancies.
  • Moves parts to and from burnishing locations.
  • Run the burnisher for required time and removes burnished parts; properly sets unloading gate so separator and dryer are not overladed.

What You Bring:

  • Good organization skills.
  • Ability to handle several instructions at once and prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. on a frequent basis.

The hourly wage for this position is $18.50 per hour and $1.00 per hour for 2nd shift.

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.

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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