Waste and Chemical Technician

Quanex is looking for a Waste Chemical Technician - 2nd shift to join our team located in Owatonna, Minnesota.

This position is directly responsible for ensuring continuous quality control of highly complex coating processes.

The hours for this role are Monday - Thursday from 3:30pm – 2:00am.

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


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


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

What’s attractive about the Chemical Technician position?

• Team-Oriented Environment


• Ability to Make an Impact


• Drive Improvement

What Success Looks Like:

• Accurately and consistently test chemical baths utilizing laboratory equipment and established testing procedures.


• Maintain accurate and up to date records of testing results and chemistry adjustments.


• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as required by work order, check sheets or experience.


• Maintain accurate and up to date records of equipment maintenance.


• Oversee and monitor the startup and shut down of equipment.

What You Bring:

• Must be reliable, cooperative, and a self-starter.


• Attention to detail is highly important.


• Knowledgeable of measurement tools and techniques.


• Must be able to work in many positions including bending, reaching, stooping, pulling, pushing, walking and standing.


• Must be able to wear a respirator. Facial hair or jewelry cannot interfere with the fit of the respirator.

The pay rate for this position is $26.00 per hour.

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.