Tool Room Machinist - 1st Shift

About the role

In this role you are responsible for building, rebuilding, repairing, and modifying die cast molds, trim dies, and other tooling and machinery in a manner which will increase the speed and quality of production. This position is for 1st shift; schedule is Tuesday through Friday 5am to 3:30pm. What’s attractive about this position: growth potential, team‑oriented environment, ability to make an impact. 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.

Responsibilities

• Build, rebuild, repair, and modify die cast molds, trim dies, and other tooling and machinery.
• Review specifications, interpret drawings and/or CAD graphics or geometry, and determine construction requirements of each tool to be repaired.
• Make changes and/or discuss with engineering any deviations or obvious errors on prints or CAD information, to proceed with certainty on each project.
• Plan, layout, and perform all bench and machine operations necessary to construct and/or alter molds, trim dies and tooling to meet production needs.
• Improve and recommend changes in tolerance requirements or in tooling to reduce costs or improve quality of production methods.
• Coordinate and collaborate with different teams to ensure seamless operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years’ experience in mold/stamping tool repairs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for a quarterly bonus
• 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

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $32.00/$33.92 per hour, plus a shift differential of $2.50 per hour.

Schedule

1st shift; Tuesday through Friday, 5:00 am to 3:30 pm.