About the role
Description OVERVIEW
Are you an experienced Press Brake Operator ready to take the next step in your career?
Cadrex is looking for
Press Brake Set-Up professionals at the Level I and Level II levels
to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and adjusting press brake machines, tooling, and processes to produce quality parts that meet customer specifications.
Our Set-Up team plays a critical role in keeping production running efficiently. You will work closely with Press Brake Operators, Quality, and leadership to ensure jobs are set up correctly, quality standards are met, and production stays on schedule.
Candidates will be aligned to
Press Brake Set-Up I or II
based on their experience, technical skills, and demonstrated abilities.
Why Join Cadrex?
$7,500 sign-on bonus
Competitive hourly pay
Multiple shift options
Full-time benefits
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and holiday pay
Health, dental and vision insurance
Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
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
Set up and adjust press brake machines, tooling, and equipment for production
Install, change, align, and adjust tooling based on job requirements
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work instructions, and production documentation
Set up jobs to meet required angles, dimensions, tolerances, and production specifications
Operate press brake equipment as needed to verify setups and produce parts
Use precision measuring tools such as calipers, height gauges, protractors, and other inspection equipment
Complete first-piece and periodic inspections to verify product quality
Make minor machine and process adjustments as needed
Troubleshoot basic machine, tooling, and process issues
Clear machine alarms and identify conditions requiring maintenance support
Ensure materials, tooling, and packaging are available and ready for production
Monitor production processes to ensure quality, efficiency, and required output
Maintain accurate and timely production and quality documentation
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
Follow all safety procedures, including the proper use of machine guards, laser guards, and other required safety equipment
Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, productivity, and scrap reduction
Assist and provide guidance to Press Brake Operators with machine operation, measuring, blueprint reading, and minor adjustments
Help ensure smooth transitions between scheduled jobs
Perform Press Brake Operator duties when needed
Press Brake Set-Up I
As a Set-Up I, you will develop and demonstrate the ability to independently prepare press brake machines and processes for production.
Set up assigned press brake machines according to established specifications
Install and adjust tooling to prepare machines for production
Verify setups using precision measurement tools
Make necessary adjustments to achieve required dimensions and angles
Perform first-piece inspections and obtain required approval before production begins
Make minor machine adjustments and clear alarms
Identify and report machine, tooling, material, or process issues
Ensure jobs are operator-ready with minimal adjustments required
Assist operators with proper inspection techniques and machine operation
Provide work instructions and answer questions when a lead or supervisor is unavailable
Assist with training new employees
Work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining quality standards
Press Brake Set-Up II
As a Set-Up II, you will be a highly skilled resource responsible for consistently setting up complex jobs and helping ensure operators can run production with minimal adjustment.
Independently set up assigned press brake machines and processes to company specifications
Complete setups accurately and consistently with minimal scrap
Select and install appropriate tooling based on job requirements
Make advanced machine and tooling adjustments to achieve required specifications
Read and interpret blueprints and production documentation for complex parts
Perform detailed first-piece and in-process inspections
Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and process issues and determine appropriate solutions
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and process consistency
Ensure jobs are fully operator-ready before releasing them to production
Assist operators with difficult setups, measurements, blueprint interpretation, and machine adjustments
Train and mentor operators on proper machine operation, quality standards, and inspection techniques
Help coordinate production flow and prepare for upcoming scheduled jobs
Serve as a technical resource for the department and may provide direction in the absence of a lead or supervisor
Support maintenance and leadership by identifying recurring equipment and process issues
May perform Press Brake Operator I or II duties as needed
Requirements
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Press Brake Set-Up I
Previous press brake, machine operating, fabrication, assembly, or manufacturing experience preferred
Experience with machine setup and tooling preferred
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
Ability to use precision measuring tools
Basic computer skills
Ability to make minor machine adjustments and clear alarms
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
Ability to take initiative and identify tasks that need to be completed without constant direction
Press Brake Set-Up II
Previous press brake setup experience required
Demonstrated ability to consistently set up press brake machines and processes to specifications
Strong understanding of press brake tooling, machine operation, and the forming process
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and production documentation
Proficiency using precision measurement tools
Ability to troubleshoot setup, tooling, machine, and process issues
Ability to make adjustments to achieve required dimensions and quality standards
Ability to consistently produce operator-ready setups with minimal adjustment and scrap
Ability to use computers and production systems as required
Strong attention to detail and quality
Ability to train and assist operators
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment
Experience requirements are guidelines. Candidates will be considered based on their overall manufacturing experience, technical skills, and demonstrated abilities.
EDUCATION
High School diploma.
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
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
M-Th; 4:15pm - 2:45am
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 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.