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Quanex

Lumber Grader- Day Shift

Saint Cloud, MN

$22 - $27/hr

Quanex is looking for Lumber Grader - Day Shift to join our team located in St. Cloud , Minnesota . In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting and grading lumber in accordance with NHLA ...

Quanex

Lumber Grader- Day Shift

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

Quanex is looking for Lumber Grader - Day Shift to join our team located in St. Cloud , Minnesota . In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting and grading lumber in accordance with NHLA ...

Quanex

Lumber Grader- Day Shift

Saint Cloud, MN

$22 - $27/hr

Quanex is looking for Lumber Grader - Day Shift to join our team located in St. Cloud , Minnesota . In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting and grading lumber in accordance with NHLA ...

Quanex

Lumber Grader- Day Shift

Saint Cloud, MN

$22 - $27/hr

Quanex is looking for Lumber Grader - Day Shift to join our team located in St. Cloud , Minnesota . In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting and grading lumber in accordance with NHLA ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for grader in Minnesota is $16.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.30 and $19.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a grader?

Graders are individuals, often employed by educational institutions, who are responsible for evaluating and scoring students' assignments, exams, or other coursework. Their main role is to ensure that grading is fair, consistent, and aligns with the instructor’s guidelines or rubrics. Graders may provide feedback to students or instructors, helping to support the learning process. They are typically required to have a strong understanding of the subject matter they are grading.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a grader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Grader, you need strong subject matter expertise, attention to detail, and familiarity with grading rubrics or standards, often supported by at least a bachelor's degree in the relevant field. Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, and spreadsheet software for recording grades, is typically required. Excellent written communication, time management, and impartiality help maintain fairness and provide constructive feedback to students. These skills ensure accurate evaluations, foster student learning, and uphold academic integrity.

What are the common challenges faced by graders when evaluating student assignments, and how can they be managed effectively?

Graders often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistency in scoring, managing large volumes of assignments within tight deadlines, and providing constructive feedback. To address these, it is important to familiarize yourself with detailed grading rubrics, use standardized comment banks, and communicate regularly with instructors or lead graders to clarify expectations. Effective time management and periodically reviewing your own grading patterns can also help ensure fairness and accuracy across all assessments.

How to get a job as a grader?

To get a job as a grader, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and strong attention to detail. Relevant skills include good communication, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to follow instructions; some positions may require prior experience or training in the specific subject area. Applying through online job boards or directly to educational institutions and testing organizations is common.
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Infographic showing various Grader job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,803 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Grader 2nd Shift-Part Time

Liberty Tire Recycling

Savage, MN • On-site

$16/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Liberty Tire Recycling rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

58th of 90 rated recycling and waste

Job description

About Us:

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

Job Summary:

Liberty Tire Recycling is looking for a Rough Grader. The individual working this position is responsible for inspecting and grading tires before they go through to the final grade. This role ensures that tires meet quality standards by identifying defects and determining whether they are good used tires. We train our graders to understand and identify how to grade used tires in regard to the tire life. This individual will also sort different grades of tires and track each grade for inventory purposes. This is a very physically demanding job in all weather conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Load and Unload tires from trucks.
  • Determine the “grade” of a used tire.
  • Separate the different graded tires and keep track of inventory.
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Have excellent attention to detail and be able to inspect with accuracy and speed.
  • Must be able lift up to 50 pounds repetitively throughout the day.
  • Be DEPENDABLE and have reliable transportation.
  • Have steel toe boots.
  • Background and Drug Screening: Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Education and Experience:

  • Prior experience in the tire recycling or manufacturing industry is a plus.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

EEO Statement:

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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