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Mill Operator- 1st Shift

Quanex
Jackson, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026
Quanex is looking for a Mill Operator - 1st Shift to join our team located in Jackson, GA.

The hours for this position are Monday-Friday 7a-3p.

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
  • Tuition support for degree and continuous education
  • Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment

What’s attractive about the Mill Operator?

  • Hours & pay w/ overtime potential
  • Variation of job tasks
  • The company LIVES its values

What Success Looks Like

  • Quality inspection
  • Machine operation
  • Maintain a clean work environment
  • Machine maintenance
  • Follow all safety procedures, rules, and guidelines; and notify supervisor/team lead of any existing or potential safety issues
  • Responsible for attending work on time and for scheduled hours each day.
  • Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

What You Bring

  • Mechanical knowledge
  • Previous Machine Operation
  • Willingness to learn quality process

The hourly rate for this position starts at $20.50 per hour commensurate with 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.

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