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Die Cast Machining Operator - 2nd shift

Quanex
Owatonna, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/28/2026
Quanex is looking for a Die Cast Machining Operator - 2nd shift to join our team located in Owatonna, Minnesota.

The hours are Monday - Thursday, 3:30pm - 2:00am.

In this role you are responsible for set up and operate department machines to perform secondary operations in zinc components.

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
  • Quarterly Bonus Potential

What’s attractive about the Die Cast Machining Operator?

  • Ability to Make an Impact
  • Growth Potential
  • Team-Oriented Environment

What Success Looks Like

  • Determine appropriate setup for product being manufactured.
  • Assure sufficient coolant and lubricant is applied to machine.
  • Determine tooling wear and the need for replacement. Determine when machine adjustments or repairs are required.
  • Interact with other machine operators, Lead in department, Inspection personnel, Material Handlers and Tool and Die Maintenance personnel.
  • May participate in small group activities such as task teams, safety meetings and other improvement efforts.
  • At least two months is required to learn the basics of the job. To handle all aspects of the job with minimum supervision takes two years or more.

What You Bring

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be fluent in the English language, both written and spoken.
  • Read shop orders and all associated documents, above average mechanical aptitude.

The targeted hourly rate for this position is $24.00 dollars per hour.

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.

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