Mixer Utility Operator- 1st Shift

Quanex is looking for a production Mixer Utility Operator to join our QCM team located in Cambridge, Ohio.

Assist in the daily operations of the Mixing Plant.  Also, must maintain and keep the ingredient bins full.

We Offer You!

• Competitive Salary


• 401K Match w/ 2-year vesting period


• Bonus Potential


• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans


• Paid Time Off & Holidays


• Various Work Schedules


• Tuition Assistance


• Wellness/Fitness Resources


• Training/Development


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!

What’s attractive about the Mixer Utility Operator position?

• Hours of Operation: 6:45am-3:00pm


• Growth Potential


• Team-Oriented Environment


• Dynamic Culture and People

What Success Looks Like:

• Strong mechanical aptitude.


• Necessity for attention to detail. 


• Assist in establishing and maintaining compound processing procedures.


• Requires Lifting (20 – 50 lbs.) Varies from task to task.


• Complete applicable paperwork.


• Stage raw materials to the mixer for daily schedule/cut boxes down for mixer operator.


• Maintain inventory in the compounding bins.


• Rotate raw material inventory to ensure FIFO system is utilized.


• Manage raw material inventory in an organized fashion.


• Ensure inventory is labeled correctly with bar code stickers and hazard labels if required.


• Stage oil totes to oil system.


• Loading and unloading of material lifts.


• Relieve upstairs production associates for breaks.


• Empty trash dumpsters and cardboard dumpsters.


• Assist shipping and receiving as needed.


• Perform monthly inventory count.


• General housekeeping.


• Assist mixer operator as needed


• Operate assigned machinery and equipment safely and efficiently


• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions


• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area (5S standards)


• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives


• Adhere to all safety policies and wear required PPE


• Obtain forklift certification


• Additional tasks as assigned by the Shift Supervisor


• Following all safety procedures and guidelines along with assisting in modifying and updating procedures


• Operating a forklift for various functions.

Your Credentials:

• One or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred


• High School or GED preferred


• Willing to work overtime including weekends as needed


• Close visual work required.


• Knowledge of general computer skills.


• Attention to detail.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills


• Ability to stand, walk, and use upper extremities while occasionally sitting, crouching, and bending.


• Ability to climb stairs, lift up to 50 pounds and perform necessary job tasks.

The hourly rate for this position is $18 per hour

Eligible for a $0.20 increase upon completion of phase one training. Eligible for an additional $0.60 increase upon completion of phase two training.

1^st  shift - 6:45am - 3:00pm 

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.