Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift

Quanex · Jackson, GA

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Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Experience asked: 3+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: 30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Quanex (industrial) in Jackson, GA. To improve overall plant automation efforts.

They ask for: 3+ years
Tools it names: PLC, Automation, CATIA / NX
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $62k–$88k.

Median of the low and high ends of 74 live postings that list pay, out of 2992 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Georgia plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 71 other live reliability postings in Georgia.

Experience asked: Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ PLC 47%
Welding 36%
Team leadership 35%
Root cause 29%
EHS / safety 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for CATIA / NX, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: Quanex in Jackson

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Quanex is looking for a Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift to join our team located in Jackson, Georgia.

The Maintenance Technician will ensure robust operation of equipment through preventative maintenance, repairs and continuous improvement.

2nd Shift : Monday-Friday, 2pm-10pm with training initially on 1st shift.

Hourly Rate : $34-$40/hr. commensurate with experience + shift differential with bonus potential

We Offer You!

•Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
•Paid Time Off, Training & Holidays
•Charitable Contribution Match Program
•Tuition Assistance
•Wellness Resources
•Training & Professional Development
•401K Match w/ 2-year Vesting Period
•Employee Stock Purchase Plan
•Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!

What's Attractive about the Maintenance Technician?

•Supportive and collaborative culture
•Tenured team of leaders and peers to provide support and training
•Growth Potential

What Success Looks Like

•Working with PLCs, HMIs, safety controllers, etc. to improve overall plant automation efforts.
•Performing general maintenance of all equipment.
•Assisting in the implementation of new equipment and equipment improvements.
•Performing thorough work and follow-through on the repairs through feedback from internal customers.
•Communicate with other maintenance personnel and line workers to solve equipment issues and perform sustainable solutions.
•Must be able to diagnose failed components and safely work on voltages up to 480V.
•Must know how to properly use a digital voltmeter (DVM).
•Continually coordinate equipment updates, and operational issues with off shift maintenance personnel and other team members as needed.
•Attend outside training and seminars for continual education.

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What You Bring

•2-3 years of maintenance experience preferred.
•Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), drives, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and other electrical components.
•Ability to interpret electrical schematics.
•Ability to pass Electrical fundamentals required.

2nd Shift: 2pm-10pm (Monday thru Friday)

Hourly Rate: $34-$40/hr. commensurate with experience + shift differential with bonus potential

Text or call this number to apply today (346) 547-5542!

About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger SM

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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