OVERVIEW Cadrex is searching for a Punch Press Set-Up who will be responsible for setting up and preparing punch press machines for production. Your expertise in punch press equipment, tooling, and machine maintenance will ensure the accurate and efficient operation of the machines. By following work instructions, performing tool changes, and conducting quality checks, you will play a vital role in achieving production targets while maintaining high-quality standards. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Set up and prepare punch press machines for production runs, ensuring proper alignment and calibration
- Review work orders, blueprints, and specifications to determine machine settings, tooling requirements, and production parameters
- Install and align tooling, such as dies, punches, and gauges, in the punch press machine
- Perform tool changes, adjustments, and alignments as necessary to meet production requirements
- Conduct quality checks and inspections on finished parts, verifying compliance with specifications and quality standards
- Monitor machine performance during production runs, identifying and resolving any issues or malfunctions that may arise
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of punch press machines to ensure optimal performance and longevity
- Follow safety protocols and adhere to all company policies and procedures
- Collaborate with production supervisors, engineers, and quality control personnel to optimize machine performance and address any quality or productivity concerns
- Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains in punch press set-up and operations
Requirements PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience as a Punch Press Set-Up or in a similar role within a manufacturing environment preferred
- Strong knowledge of punch press machines, tooling, and operations
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical specifications
- Proficiency in setting up and aligning tooling, performing tool changes, and adjusting machine settings
- Good understanding of quality control processes and the ability to conduct quality checks on finished parts
- Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve machine issues
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
- Physical stamina to perform manual tasks, including lifting, carrying, and standing for extended periods
- Commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment and following established safety protocols
EDUCATION
LOCATION
SCHEDULE
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.
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.