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Machine Operator- Day Shift

Quanex and Careers
Orwell, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/25/2026

Quanex is looking for a Machine Operator (Day Shift) - to join our team located in Orwell, Ohio.
Shift: Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)

Pay: Starting Rate: $16.00 an hour, more based on experience

In this role, you will be operating equipment used to make cabinet door parts such as moulders, sanders, cope machines, CNC machines, as well as assembling cabinet doors. This position requires prior machine operating experience, preferably in woodworking.


We Offer You!

  • Competitive Salary
  • 4 Day Work Week- Monday-Thursday
  • Opportunity to promote!
  • On-site physical therapy
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off, Training & Holidays
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Wellness/Fitness Resources
  • 401K Matching/Vesting
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!

What Success Looks Like:

  • Safety: Follow procedures and report risks.
  • Quality: Monitor products to meet standards.
  • Organization: Keep the work area neat and 5S-compliant.
  • Flexibility: Help in other areas as needed.
  • Teamwork: Support and collaborate with co-workers.
  • Documentation: Complete production reports accurately.
  • Assembly: Build components to customer specs.

What You Bring:

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Consistently lift 20-30 pounds & ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally
  • At least 6 months of production, assembly or related work experience

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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