Press Brake Operator (All Levels) - 2nd Shift $1000 Sign-On Bonus

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions

Bloomingdale, ILJob$22–26/hrPosted 2w agoVerified open 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$22–26/hr

Location

Bloomingdale, IL

Work Authorization

Not specified

Job overview

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions is hiring a Press Brake Operator (All Levels) - 2nd Shift $1000 Sign-On Bonus. Cadrex is searching for Press Brake Operators (Level I, II, or III) to set up and operate metal bending machines, follow safety protocols, perform quality inspections, read blueprints, and support continuous improvement, with level placement based on experience.

Key focus areas include Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area, Perform quality inspections per documentation and control plans, and Read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, and work instructions.

Preferred (not required): Read Blueprints, Basic Measurement Tools, Basic Math Functions, and Operate Press Brake Machine.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Read BlueprintsBasic Measurement ToolsBasic Math FunctionsOperate Press Brake MachineFollow Bending SequencesProduce Consistent PartsBasic InspectionsLearn Material TypesSupport Continuous ImprovementSet Up ToolsDetailed Dimensional InspectionsMachine and Tooling AdjustmentsUnderstand Material BehaviorControl RAM SpeedsAdjust Forming ProcessesComplete Reference SheetsTroubleshoot IssuesMaintain Quality StandardsWork IndependentlyMaintain Efficiency TargetsCross-TrainCalibrate Press Brake EquipmentManage Tool LibrariesIdentify Bend SequencesTrain EmployeesMentor EmployeesLead Safety InitiativesParticipate in Team MeetingsCoordinate Maintenance NeedsEnsure Preventative Maintenance CompletionAnalyze Complex Production IssuesResolve Complex Production IssuesExceed Company StandardsSupport Production SchedulingCommunication With LeadershipRead and Interpret DocumentsAdd ShimsUnderstand Tooling for Hemming or OffsetsUnderstand v-Opening in Dies vs. Material ThicknessMake New Programs on the MachinePress Brake Machine OperationBlueprint ReadingSafety ProtocolsCalipers UseSquares UseHeight Gauges UseProtractors UseShims KnowledgeTooling for HemmingV‑Opening UnderstandingMaterial Behavior KnowledgeMachine CalibrationProgram Creation on MachineQuality InspectionTroubleshooting Production IssuesCross‑Training Across WorkstationsLeadership and MentoringProduction Scheduling CoordinationContinuous Improvement SupportPress Brake OperationMaterial Type KnowledgeShim SelectionHemming Tooling KnowledgeMachine ProgrammingEquipment CalibrationTool Library ManagementEmployee TrainingCoachingSafety Initiative LeadershipPreventative Maintenance CoordinationProduction Issue AnalysisProduction Scheduling SupportLeadership CommunicationDimensional InspectionTooling AdjustmentsRAM Speed ControlAttendance and Efficiency StandardsInterpret Safety RulesBasic Business MathUse CalipersUse SquaresUnderstand v‑Opening in DiesCreate New Machine ProgramsTrain and Mentor EmployeesCoordinate MaintenancePreventative Maintenance CompletionAnalyze Production IssuesCommunicate With LeadershipFollow Safety ProtocolsMaintain Clean Work AreaPerform Quality InspectionsSet Up Tools and EquipmentAdjust Machine ToolingCross‑Train Across WorkstationsInterpret Work InstructionsUse Height GaugesUse ProtractorsSet Up Press Brake ToolsAdjust Press Brake MachineCreate Press Brake ProgramsPerform Dimensional InspectionsPerform Basic Math FunctionsIdentify Defective Materials

Qualifications

High School Diploma2+ Years Related Experience4+ Years Related Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

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