Press Brake Operator II - Weekend Shift at Cadrex Ossian

Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Press brake operation, Dimensional inspection, Blueprint reading, Machine setup, Tooling adjustment, Troubleshooting, Calipers, Height gauges, Protractors, Metal bending, RAM speed control, Material thickness calculation, Shim adjustment, Machine maintenance, Quality control, Independent work

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description OVERVIEW Cadrex is searching for a Press Brake Operator II to set up and operate metal bending machines (Press Brake) in accordance with quality/quantity standards. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Perform all dimensional inspections using calipers, height gauges, protractors, and steel ruler to ensure production output meets requirements Perform routine operator maintenance and operational checks on all tools and equipment utilized including tool cleaning with stone, machine oiling, fluid level/air pressure checks, safety switch functioning, etc. Based on production specifications and/or Lead’s instructions, select and set-up tools, equipment and machines required for quality productions Review machine tooling requirements and plan set-up/operations to optimize flow of work through the cell/department Understand the effects of the forming process in downstream operations Make machine/tooling adjustments to bring non-conforming output into specifications Understand deflect of material and spring back along the piece Learn to adjust and control RAM speeds on the press as it comes down to bending the parts Understand different types of bending and how different materials react to forming, including growth, or shrinking. Load thickness, bends, and tolerances of the material Demonstrate a full understanding of compound tolerances Complete reference sheets for complicated parts Set-up tooling needed Ability to make new programs on the machine Achieve and maintain any certifications required in their work area Cross trained in multiple workstations Work completely independent without supervision Produce quality work at company standard efficiency level for assigned work center Meet or exceed company standard PPM level Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in assigned work center Retain the knowledge of each job Requirements PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 2+ years’ related experience preferred Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, memos, and simple instructions Knowledge of basic business math functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Know when to add shims (.010, .020) Know when to put different I-axis blocks Understand tooling for hemming or offsets Understand V-opening in dies vs. material thickness EDUCATION High School diploma. LOCATION Onsite SCHEDULE F - Su; 5:45am - 6:15pm 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 TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES Health/dental/vision coverage Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance Short- and long-term disability insurance Generous paid time off and holiday pay Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify) 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4% Education support program Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement Referral bonuses Bonus plan for all full-time employees ABOUT US CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com. Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Responsibilities

The Press Brake Operator is responsible for setting up and operating metal bending machines to meet quality and quantity production standards. They must perform dimensional inspections, conduct routine machine maintenance, and troubleshoot issues to ensure efficient workflow.