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Welder - 1st Shift

Quanex
Trumann, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 3/15/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder - 1st Shift position at Quanex?

Quanex is looking for a Welder - 1st Shift to join our team located in Trumann, Arkansas

We are seeking a skilled welder to perform duties involved in welding roof scuttles, sidewalk doors and other products in the Architectural product line, primarily

standard products.

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
  • Tuition support for degree and continuous education
  • Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment

What’s attractive about the Welder position?

  • Supportive and collaborative culture
  • Growth Potential
  • Team-Oriented Environment
  • Ability to make an impact
  • Work Hours: 6:30 am to 3:00 pm

What Success Looks Like

  • Review drawing to double-check dimensions of unit, and to determine placement of hinges, lock, cover and frame, reinforcing, etc.
  • Move parts on to table.
  • Position stiffeners, reinforcements, shoes, etc. and weld following standard welding procedures for steel or aluminum.
  • Move completed unit to appropriate designated area.
  • Operate MIG welding machine. Use hammer, chisel, wire cutters, ruler, clamps as appropriate.
  • Move parts and completed unit weighing up to 300# ten feet to the table, then ten feet to the aisle.
  • Comply with all the Safety requirements established for the assigned area.
  • Knowledge in use of welding, bending and other power and hand tools.
  • Job involves repeated bending and twisting of body in order to position and hold parts to be welded, and long periods of standing in one place.
  • Use of reading and writing. Knowledge of basic math.
  • Ability to follow instructions.
  • Be knowledgeable about and comply with all ISO 9001 standards applying to position.
  • Follow all plant safety rules and regulations.
  • Meet all quality control standards.
  • Meet productivity standards set up for the position.
  • Meet attendance and punctuality requirements.
  • Properly maintain all assigned equipment.
  • Keep work areas are clean and maintain 5 S standards.
  • Ability to safely move around the shop floor.
  • Perform any and all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

What You Bring

  • 3-5 years of experience in welding of stainless steel and/or aluminum parts
  • Ability to read, write and perform basic math
  • Availability to work overtime as needed

The hourly wage for this position is $19.00 - $23.00 per hour. Pay will be commensurate with your experience; a welding test will be administered as part of the interview process.

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.

Salary : $19 - $23

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