Maintenance Mechanic

Quanex is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

This position will be providing maintenance of the facility and equipment, for optimal performance to ensure goals and targets of the company are met.

Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 am-2:30 pm.

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


• Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment

What’s attractive about the Maintenance Mechanic position?

• Will have an impact on the success of the company.


• Visibility and access to senior leaders within the company.


• Growth Potential


• Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment 

What Success Looks Like:

• Provide planned electrical/mechanical preventive maintenance and on all plant equipment


• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair all plant equipment. Including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic


• Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures


• Troubleshoot and view programs to PLCs


• Maintain housekeeping and 5S in assigned areas to maintain a safe and clean work environment


• Follow all company safety policies and contribute to safety programs as needed


• Communicate accurately what the repairs may include: parts needed, cost, downtime necessary, estimated completion


• Maintain records of production equipment


• Assist with new equipment design and implementation


• Occasionally will be needed for machining, welding and assembling components 

Your Credentials:

• Electrical/Mechanical degree or 3-5 years of related work experience


• Prior mechanical and electrical maintenance experience and knowledge


• Basic PLC understanding, at minimum


• Ability to read, write and comprehend written instructions and schematics


• Knowledge and ability to use machine shop tools and measuring equipment.


• Ability to understand and use electrical measuring tools.


• Excellent understand of your responsibilities regarding safety and OSHA

The rate of pay for this position is $25/hour, commensurate with experience.

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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.