Assembly Set-Up III

Description

Cadrex is searching for an Assembly Set Up III who will be responsible for leading complex assembly station setups, optimizing production workflows, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment. This position requires deep technical knowledge of assembly processes, equipment, and tooling. The ideal candidate demonstrates leadership skills, advanced mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to quality and efficiency

• Independently prepare, configure, and verify complex assembly stations and fixtures for high-precision production runs
• Analyze setup procedures and production flow to identify bottlenecks and implement improvements that enhance productivity and reduce downtime
• Diagnose and resolve complex setup and equipment issues, coordinating with maintenance and engineering teams as necessary
• Interpret blueprints, work instructions, setup sheets, and engineering drawings to ensure proper configuration of tools and equipment
• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide training and guidance to junior Assembly Set‑Up Technicians and operators
• Conduct thorough pre‑production inspections to verify tooling, equipment, and station setups meet quality and safety standards
• Liaise with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to support smooth and efficient production handoffs
• Ensure all required components, tools, and fixtures are available, organized, and staged efficiently
• Actively participate in lean manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen initiatives to streamline processes and reduce waste

• 5+ years of experience in assembly, setup, or production support roles in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, assembly tools, and manufacturing equipment
• Ability to interpret complex technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics
• Proven ability to lead and mentor team members
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving equipment setup and calibration issues
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across departments

• High School Diploma

• Onsite

• M-Th; 5:30am - 4:00pm

• 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.

• 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.

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

• 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

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,…