Press Brake Operator II - 2nd Shift
Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions, Seguin, TX, United States
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.
Job Type
Full-time
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
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
M‑Th; 4:00pm - 2:00am
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.
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
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.
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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.
Job Type
Full-time
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
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
M‑Th; 4:00pm - 2:00am
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.
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
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.
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