{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"eb42f0d2e2f9e2fcbf9b9ae4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/eb42f0d2e2f9e2fcbf9b9ae4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/eb42f0d2e2f9e2fcbf9b9ae4","title":"Machine Operator- 2nd Shift","description":"Quanex is looking for a Machine Operator to join our 2nd Shift team in Chatsworth, Illinois on our spacer line.\n\nThe primary responsibility of the Machine Operator is to laser weld and roll form the spacer machine at standard rate while producing a high-quality part that meets the customer’s requirements.\n\nMonday- Thursday: 3:00pm - 1:00am.\n\nWe Offer You!\n\nCompetitive Wage\nBonus Potential\n401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years\n15% immediate return if you participate in the company's ESPP\nMedical, Dental & Vision Plans\nEmployer paid disability plans and life insurance\nPaid Time Off & Holidays\nTuition support for degree and continuous education\nEmployee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment\n\nWhat’s attractive about the Machine Operator position?\n\nIndependent work environment\nFull Time\n\nWhat Success Looks Like:\n\nMonitors product to ensure quality standards are being met and rejects product that does not meet quality standards.\nKeeps the work area in a neat and orderly condition in compliance with 5S standards.\nAccurately, thoroughly, and legibly completes production reports and other documentation.\nPromotes teamwork by cooperating and supporting co-workers.\nTroubleshoots department processes.\n\nWhat You Bring:\n\nMust be able to perform basic math with the use of decimals and fractions.\nMust be able to read and write and interpret production prints.\nMust be able to work well with others.\nDisplay a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn and grow.\nMechanical ability a plus.\n\nThe hourly wage for this position is $19.00/hr +$2.00/hr in an additional shift differential.\n\nAbout 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.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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