Quanex is looking for a Product Design Specialist to join our team on-site located in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
Are you a technically driven professional who enjoys turning ideas into reality. As a key contributor to new product development and product enhancements, you will lead projects from concept through production, ensuring innovative solutions are successfully implemented. You will create detailed CAD drawings, develop efficient processes and layouts, and design new products that meet customer and business needs. In addition, you will play an important customer-facing role by providing ongoing support, coordinating sample requests, and following up on new product introductions to ensure a seamless experience. This position offers the chance to combine creativity, engineering expertise, and project management skills to make a direct impact on product success and customer satisfaction.
Salary: $72,000 - $77,000 annually, pay based on experience
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-5:30pm department coverage, 8-9 hours worked daily (hours will be discussed during interview)
We Offer You!
- Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
- Medical coverage featuring wellness incentives that may significantly reduce employee premiums
- PTO, ESST, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away
- 401(k) with company match & vesting
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Life insurance provided
- Tuition assistance
- Wellness resources & onsite physical therapist
- Safety-toe shoes at no cost
- Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts
- Referral bonuses
What’s attractive about the Product Design Specialist role?
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment
- Growth opportunity
- On-the-Job Training
- World Class Safety Records
- Committees to drive Engagement and Safety
What Success Looks Like:
- Utilizes CAD software to develop conceptual drawings of new or modified products.
- Manages assigned product projects from concept to implementation, keeping meeting notes, and other related documentation of the development process.
- Coordinates with internal and external customers in the development of products.
- Provides support for Product Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sourcing.
What You Bring:
- Associate’s degree in drafting or similar degree, required.
- 2+ years of manufacturing experience, required.
- AutoCAD or similar software experience, required.
- Project Management and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle multiple jobs simultaneously and to organize and review large volumes of data.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Bringing a positive attitude and team-oriented mentality.
The salary range for this position is $72K - $77K w/ bonus potential.
About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in 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 efficiency, 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.
NOTE: For individuals with nut allergies, please be advised that there is the potential to be exposed to nut products when working in our facilities.
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Skills Required
- Associate's degree in drafting or a similar degree
- 2+ years of manufacturing experience
- Experience with AutoCAD or similar software
- Project management and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple jobs simultaneously and organize and review large volumes of data
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mentality
Quanex Building Products Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage includes two PPO options with in‑network preventive care fully covered, plus dental and vision, indicating a robust core offering. Surgery support services and first‑month eligibility further reinforce access and breadth.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer match is available, with site‑specific formulas that employees can verify. Company‑paid life and disability bolster long‑term financial security alongside retirement savings.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan with a company match provides meaningful ownership value. Materials characterize this ESPP as unusually generous for the industry.
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What We Do
At Quanex (NYSE: NX), we are a global manufacturing company serving OEMs across fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, and outdoor living markets. From iconic skylines to everyday homes, our components enhance the comfort, sustainability, security, and aesthetics of spaces worldwide. Our Business Segments: • Extruded Solutions: Delivering high-performance profiles and materials for windows, doors, and architectural products. • Hardware Solutions: Providing advanced components that enhance functionality, security, and efficiency. • Custom Solutions: Offering tailored products and services designed to meet unique customer needs and complex applications. Our Commitment: • Innovating to enhance product performance and sustainability. • Helping customers achieve greater production efficiency. • Supporting the communities where we live and work. • Delivering long-term value to our shareholders. • Empowering our employees to learn, grow, and thrive. We are A Part of Something Bigger.
