Extruder Trainee Winnebago (Lamination) – 1st Shift

by Quanex in

Job role overview

  • Date posted

    May 7, 2026

  • Hiring location

    Winnebago

Description

Quanex is looking for an Extruder Operator Trainee to join our Lamination team located in Winnebago, Illinois.

Summary: Work as part of a team, as well as independently to laminate wrap profiles, in accordance with customer specifications with minimal waste.

We Offer You:

  • 401K Match w/ 2-year vesting period
  • Bonus Potential
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
  • Paid Time Off, Holidays & Sick Time
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Wellness/Fitness Resources
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Expected Salary: $17.50/hour

Shift: Regularly Mon - Fri 6:45 am - 3:15. Currently, working 10 - 12 hours/day

What's attractive about the Extruder Trainee Lamination position?

  • Great Team Atmosphere
  • Fast Paced Environment.

What Success Looks Like:

  • Attending work on time and for scheduled hours each day.
  • Identifying the proper material requirements for producing finished product.
  • Referring to the schedule for mitering material for proper cut lengths.
  • Performing quality checks while maintaining strict tolerances.
  • Changing out fixtures in a timely manner to maintain steady production.
  • Identifying defects, ways to prevent defects from occurring, ensuring defects do not go to the customer.
  • Following all safety procedures, rules and guidelines; and notify supervisor/team lead of any existing or potential safety issues

Your Credentials:

  • High school degree, or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing environment, is preferred.
  • Good reading ability and basic math skills, including the ability to read blueprints and other manufacturing documentation.
  • Good problem resolution skills with the ability to offer solutions for basic issues encountered.
  • Basic computer proficiency with the ability to log into systems and enter data accurately

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.

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