Press Brake Set-up I - 2nd Shift

Cadrex Dresser, Osceola & Westminster•Dresser, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Cadrex is searching for a Press Brake Set Up I to perform a variety of duties to set-up and adjust specialized tooling and equipment on brake machines, for production or assembly processes. May also assign personnel to various duties. May serve as a Lead in the absence of a lead or supervisor.

Requirements

High School diploma.

Nice To Haves

Prior assembly or machine operator set-up experience
Demonstrates proven ability to set up all machines and process to company specifications in a timely manner, with little to no scrap
Understand the assembly and machine operations process and the movement of completed components
Produce high-quality products according to required output specifications
Be able to use computers as required
Be able to use precision measuring tools as required
Be able to use CADKEY
Be able to make adjustment and clear machine alarms
Be able to read blueprints
Be able to complete necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely fashion
Be able to operate all hand tools, machines, and equipment as required with minimal supervision
Be able to handle fast-paced work
Be able to work as a productive team member who actively contributes to the organization’s success
Be able to take initiative to ensure that needed tasks are completed without being instructed to do so by leads or supervisors

Responsibilities

Performs set-up duties to prepare brake machines and processes, for production or assembly
Installs, adjusts, changes, and aligns tooling and equipment, to prepare for production operations
Works from schedules and instructions to analyze machines, process problems, and/or determine solutions
Monitors processes and recommends improvements to increase productivity and assure quality
Uses precision measuring tools on a continuous basis to verify accuracy of formed products, based on AQL frequency
Assures that all materials are available at machines and workstations
Assures proper quality during all phases of production. This includes, but is not limited to, materials and packaging, a variety of duties to set-up and adjust specialized tooling and equipment on brake machines, to prepare them Operates the brake machine to assemble sheets, and bend and form metal, in a consistent manner in accordance with customer specification(s) by:
Placing parts on a die
Adjusting to ensure proper placement on a consistent basis
Ensuring that angles and dimensions are correct
Ensuring the proper sequence of process and required quantity of output
Make minor adjustments and clear alarms
Read blueprints
Understand the assembly process and the movement of completed components
Uses safety straps, machine guards, and/or laser guards, and maintains a ¼-inch gap to ensure safe machine operation
Uses precision measuring tools, such as a caliper, height gauge, and/or other precision measuring tools on a continuous basis to verify the accuracy of formed products, based on AQL frequency
Ensures that all materials are available at machines and workstations, and are of proper quality during all phases of production. This includes but is not limited to materials and packaging
Assures efficient production through all phases of their area of production
Executes proper inspection methods to receive approval to start a job and make periodic quality checks of product to ensure that quality standards are met.? Also assist operators with, and train them in, the proper techniques of product inspection
Assist in maintaining equipment and keeping work areas clean and orderly
Instructs and assists operators and other workers in machine operation, process setup, quality standards, and process documentation
Assists operators with measuring, blueprint-reading, and minor adjustments
Report and prevent equipment and process malfunctions, material discrepancies, and documentation errors
Works within his/her area to assure production flows in an efficient manner. This includes planning for smooth transition to the next schedule job for their area
Ensure that all paperwork and documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner
May perform the duties of Brake Operator I or Brake Operator II, as necessary
May train new employees, provide work instruction, and answer questions in the absence of a lead or supervisor