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Posted August 21, 2026

Production Associate I- Night Shift

Quanex
Foreston, MN, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Quanex is looking for a Production Associate to join our team located in Foreston, Minnesota.  

 In this role, you will assemble components, feed sanders, work with machines, working with glue.  Any hazardous chemical exposure is specifically defined on accessible safety data sheets.  You will be balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and doing repetitive motions. 

   We Offer You!

  • $1,000 New Hire Bonus, payout increments at 30-days, 60 days and 6 months of employment
  • Competitive Salary and 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
  • Employee Referral Bonus

What’s attractive about the Production Associate?

  • Hours & Pay w/ overtime potential:
  • 3:30pm to 2:00am (Monday to Thursday) - $20.16 per hour (which includes a 12% shift differential)
    • Position Location: Foreston, Minnesota 

    What Success Looks Like:

    • Monitors product constantly to ensure quality standards are being met 
    • Maintains the work area in a neat and orderly condition in compliance with 5S standards 
    • Follows safety procedures and guidelines; and notifies others of existing or potential safety issues
    • Observes operation of machinery and notifies others of malfunctions and maintenance 
    • Assists in other work areas when workload permits or requires
    • Promotes teamwork by cooperating and supporting co-workers
    • Thoroughly complete all documentation, such as production reports
    • Assemble various components based on customer specifications and quality standards
    • Ability to perform repetitive work requiring high levels of concentration
    • Displays a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn and grow 

                      What You Bring:  

                      • High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
                      • 6+ months of production, assembly or related work experience preferred
                      • Manual/finger dexterity skills
                      • Ability to lift 25 pounds           

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                            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.  

                            \nCompany Description

                            With locations around the world, Quanex Building Products Corporation is an industry-leading manufacturer of components sold to Original Equipment Manufacturers in the building products industry. Quanex designs and produces energy-efficient fenestration products in addition to kitchen and bath cabinet components.

                            Company Description

                            With locations around the world, Quanex Building Products Corporation is an industry-leading manufacturer of components sold to Original Equipment Manufacturers in the building products industry. Quanex designs and produces energy-efficient fenestration products in addition to kitchen and bath cabinet components.

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