Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions
Press Brake Operator All Levels Weekend Shift - 3000 Sign-On Bonus
Dresser, WI
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Description
Do you have experience operating or setting up press brakes—or are you looking to build a career in metal fabrication?
Cadrex is looking for Press Brake Operators at all experience levels to join our team. Whether you are an experienced Press Brake Operator, an experienced machine operator looking to advance your skills, or someone with manufacturing experience who is ready to learn, we have opportunities available.
Our Press Brake Operators play an important role in producing high-quality precision metal components for a variety of industries. We will align candidates to Press Brake Operator I, II, or III based on their experience and skill level.
Why Join Cadrex?
- $3,000 sign-on bonus
- Competitive hourly pay
- Multiple shift options
- Full-time benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Short- and long-term disability
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
- Safety shoe and safety eyewear reimbursement
- Education support program
- Employee referral bonus opportunities
- Bonus program for full-time employees
- Opportunities for advancement and cross-training
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to management or designer
- Perform quality inspection/checks per quality documentation/control plan
- Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures
- Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to management or designer
- Perform quality inspection/checks per quality documentation/control plan (including documentation of results)
- Identify different types of material – Aluminum, 5000 series Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel, Paint Grip, Galvanneal, and Galvanized
- Uphold site efficiency standards
- Learn and demonstrate continuous improvement for site Safety and Quality standards and procedures
- Meet the standards of the site attendance policy
- Assist in other work areas as assigned
Requirements
All Levels
- Safely operate and/or set up press brake equipment to produce quality parts according to specifications
- Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, drawings, and safety procedures
- Follow established bending sequences and production requirements
- Perform quality inspections using basic and precision measurement tools
- Use tools such as calipers, squares, height gauges, and protractors
- Identify and report defective materials, equipment issues, or questionable conditions
- Perform basic mathematical calculations
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Meet established quality, productivity, and attendance standards
- Cross-train and assist in other areas as needed
- Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, and efficiency
Press Brake Operator I – Entry Level
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their press brake skills.
- Operate press brake equipment with training and support
- Learn proper tooling, machine operation, and bending sequences
- Produce consistent, repeatable parts according to specifications
- Perform basic dimensional inspections
- Learn to work with different material types, including aluminum, steel, and stainless steel
- Develop the skills necessary to advance to higher Press Brake Operator levels
Press Brake Operator II – Intermediate
- Set up press brake tooling, equipment, and machines based on production specifications
- Make machine and tooling adjustments to maintain quality and dimensional requirements
- Perform detailed dimensional inspections
- Understand material behavior, including springback and deflection
- Understand tooling requirements for hems, offsets, and various bend applications
- Understand V-opening requirements in relation to material thickness
- Make new machine programs as needed
- Troubleshoot production and quality issues
- Complete reference sheets for complex parts
- Work independently while meeting established quality and efficiency standards
- Cross-train on multiple machines and workstations
Press Brake Operator III – Advanced
- Perform advanced press brake setups and machine adjustments
- Develop bend sequences for complex parts
- Create and modify machine programs
- Manage tooling and assist with tool library maintenance
- Troubleshoot complex production and quality issues
- Help identify and resolve machine or tooling issues
- Train and mentor Press Brake Operators to company standards
- Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist with preventative maintenance and communicate maintenance needs
- Support production scheduling and communication with leadership as needed
- Serve as a technical resource for other Press Brake Operators
What We're Looking For
Press Brake Operator I
- Manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred, but not required
- Ability to read and follow work instructions
- Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints or drawings
- Basic math skills
- Ability and willingness to learn press brake operation and setup
- Strong attention to detail
- Commitment to safety and quality
Press Brake Operator II
- 2+ years of related press brake or metal fabrication experience preferred
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
- Experience setting up press brake equipment and tooling
- Understanding of bend sequences and material behavior
- Ability to use precision measurement tools
- Ability to make machine and tooling adjustments
- Experience creating or modifying machine programs preferred
Press Brake Operator III
- 4+ years of related press brake experience preferred
- Strong press brake setup and operating experience
- Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and drawings
- Advanced understanding of tooling, bend sequences, and material behavior
- Ability to create and modify machine programs
- Ability to troubleshoot complex production issues
- Ability to train and mentor other employees
- Strong understanding of quality and efficiency requirements
Experience requirements are guidelines. Candidates will be considered based on their overall manufacturing experience, technical skills, and demonstrated abilities.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate machinery and handle materials
- Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or balance
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move materials weighing up to 25 pounds
- Ability to work around moving mechanical parts and equipment
- Exposure to moderate to occasionally loud noise levels
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
LOCATION
Onsite
SCHEDULE
- Friday–Sunday; 5:45 AM – 6:15 PM
- * Work 36 hours and get paid for 40!
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
CADREX’S CORE VALUES
Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing
ABOUT US
CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a va
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