Machine Operator II

About the role

Cadence Inc., located in Sturgeon Bay, WI, is currently hiring for a Machine Operator II to join our team on our 2nd shift (Monday - Thursday 3:20pm – 1:50am), which includes a 7% shift differential. Cadence, Inc. is a highly ranked contract manufacturer with five U.S. locations serving the medical, automotive, and industrial markets. Our WI facility's core capabilities are precision metal stamping and plastic injection molding.

Why work for Cadence

• Benefits start on the first day of the month following your start date
• Clean and climate-controlled work environment — cool in the summer and warm in the winter
• Vacation is offered to new hires upon starting
• Excellent work-life balance so you can spend time outside of work recharging and return refreshed and motivated
• A fantastic team of individuals to work with — we call it the Cadence Family

Responsibilities

• Operates metal stamping machines, including high-speed punch presses and multi-slide machines, producing parts to ISO work instructions
• Operates plastic injection molding machines
• Completes secondary operations including riveting, assembly, welding, or forming of components
• Visually and dimensionally inspects parts produced through the use of gages, optical comparators, microscopes, micrometers, and calipers
• Packages parts produced in appropriate containers and quantities
• Documents production information on floor inspection and tally sheets and tracks production quantities and labor hours through our computerized shop floor reporting system
• Operates and closely monitors punch presses, multi-slides and molding presses, completes secondary operations, conducts visual and dimensional inspection of parts according to work instructions, and packages parts

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum 3 years of experience
• Must be able to read and write English and possess basic math skills
• Experience in the use of precision measuring and inspection equipment is desirable; must be capable of developing the ability to read the measuring devices and visually inspect parts accurately to close tolerances using microscopes
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to lift 40 lbs, push/pull objects, and stand and sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to develop a working knowledge of Quality procedures and work instructions
• Must be flexible in working overtime to meet production demands

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, 3:20pm – 1:50am, plus overtime as needed.