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Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Quanex
Jackson, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/18/2026
Quanex is looking for a Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift to join our team located in Jackson, Georgia.

The Maintenance Technician will ensure robust operation of equipment through preventative maintenance, repairs and continuous improvement.

2nd Shift hours are Monday to Friday, 3pm to 11pm. Training will be on the 1st shift for the first several weeks.

We Offer You!

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
  • Paid Time Off, Training & Holidays
  • Charitable Contribution Match Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Wellness Resources
  • Training & Professional Development
  • 401K Match w/ 2-year Vesting Period
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!

What's Attractive about the Maintenance Technician?

  • Supportive and collaborative culture
  • Tenured team of leaders and peers to provide support and training
  • Growth Potential

What Success Looks Like

  • Working with PLCs, HMIs, safety controllers, etc. to improve overall plant automation efforts.
  • Performing general maintenance of all equipment.
  • Assisting in the implementation of new equipment and equipment improvements.
  • Performing thorough work and follow-through on the repairs through feedback from internal customers.
  • Communicate with other maintenance personnel and line workers to solve equipment issues and perform sustainable solutions.
  • Must be able to diagnose failed components and safely work on voltages up to 480V.
  • Must know how to properly use a digital voltmeter (DVM).
  • Continually coordinate equipment updates, and operational issues with off shift maintenance personnel and other team members as needed.
  • Attend outside training and seminars for continual education.

What You Bring

  • 2-3 years of maintenance experience preferred.
  • Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), drives, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and other electrical components.
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics.
  • Ability to pass Electrical fundamentals required.

The salary range for this position is $29 - $34 per hour, commensurate with experience.

About Quanex, A Part Of Something BiggerSM

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.

Salary : $29 - $34

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