Press Brake Operator 2nd Shift

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.

• $2,500 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

• 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

• 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

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

• 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 spring back 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

• 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
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