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Brake Press Operator - 1st Shift

Cretex

Anoka, MNFull-time$23.08–33.46/hrPosted 2mo ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$23.08–33.46/hr
Location
Anoka, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Cretex is hiring a Brake Press Operator - 1st Shift. The Brake Press Operator will be responsible for planning, laying out, and performing various sheet metal operations to fabricate complex units or products with close tolerances. This role involves operating and setting up sheet metal machines, using hand tools and measuring instruments, and performing intermediate-level shop mathematics and blueprint reading. The operator will also enter production information into the ERP system and adhere to safety and quality standards.

Key focus areas include Operate and perform setup of all types of sheet metal machines to bend, cut or form parts, Use a variety of sheet metal hand tools and measuring instruments, and Perform shop mathematics at an intermediate level.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent and 2+ Years Brake Press Experience. Important skills include Operate Sheet Metal Machines, Setup Sheet Metal Machines, Bend Parts, Cut Parts, Form Parts, and Sheet Metal Hand Tools.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate Sheet Metal MachinesSetup Sheet Metal MachinesBend PartsCut PartsForm PartsSheet Metal Hand ToolsMeasuring InstrumentsShop MathematicsRead BlueprintsERP SystemRecord Hours WorkedAdhere to Safety PoliciesWear Personal Protective EquipmentSupport Company Quality SystemISOMedical Device RequirementsRead Work InstructionsUnderstand Work InstructionsFollow Work InstructionsStandard WorkPartner With Business SegmentsImplement Business SystemsMaintain Business SystemsFunctioning Business SystemsParticipate in Company MeetingsOrganized Work Area5SParticipate in Operational Excellence ProgramWork in Manufacturing EnvironmentComprehend Work InstructionsDocument Work InstructionsStandard Operating ProceduresTraining DocumentsMechanical AptitudeTake DirectionMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordExcelPowerPointMicrosoft Publisher

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent2 Years Brake Press Setup Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

About rms Company

rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more at www.rmsmachining.com and www.cretexmedical.com.

Position Summary

Brake Press Operator will be responsible for plans, lays out, and performing all types of sheet metal operations to fabricate wide variety of units or products of complex design involving close tolerances.

Shift:

1st Shift Monday to Thursday, 6am-4pm

Responsibilities

Brake Press Operator Responsibilites

  • Operate and perform setup of all types of sheet metal machines to bend, cut or form parts

  • Use a variety of sheet metal hand tools and measuring instruments

  • Perform shop mathematics at an intermediate level

  • Read and understand blueprints at an intermediate level

  • Enter production information into the ERP system on a timely basis

  • Accurately record and report hours worked

  • Adhere to all safety policies; includes wearing personal protective equipment when required

  • Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements

  • Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work

  • Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance

  • Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly

  • Participate in required company meetings

  • Maintain an organized work area (5S)

  • Participate in the Operational Excellence Program

  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements, Education & Experience (incl. KSA’s and certifications)

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

  • 2 years of experience in brake press setup

  • Ability to read, comprehend, follow and document work instructions, standard operating procedures, and training documents

  • Mechanical Aptitude

  • Ability to take direction from the area manager

  • Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)

rms Company Benefits

As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

  • Onsite Clinic

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Monthly Social Events

  • Annual Employee Appreciation Week

  • Volunteer Opportunities

  • Training and Development Opportunities

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Wellness Program

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

Pay Range

USD $23.08 - USD $33.46 /Hr.

Pay Range Details

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency,offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

Company Benefits

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.

20+hours:

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard topublic assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

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Job LocationsUS-MN-Anoka

ID 2026-6297

Category Operations

Position Type Regular Full-Time

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