Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions

• Utilize CAD/CAM software to program and/or operate conventional, special purpose and numerical control (NC) turret presses and laser machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts • Interpret engineering drawings, models, and specifications to develop CNC programs for machining operations, including milling, turning, drilling, and grinding • Program CNC machines using advanced CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, GibbsCAM) to generate complex toolpaths and optimize machining processes • Optimize CNC programs for efficiency, accuracy, and surface finish, including tool selection, speeds, feeds, and cutting strategies • Conduct simulations and test runs to verify program accuracy, identify potential issues, and optimize machining parameters • Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality control teams to ensure machining processes meet design requirements and quality standards • Troubleshoot and debug CNC programs, machine tooling, and equipment to resolve machining problems and minimize downtime • Develop and maintain documentation, including CNC programs, setup sheets, tooling lists, and process instructions • Train and mentor junior CNC programmers and machinists on advanced programming techniques, best practices, and safety protocols • Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in CNC machining and programming • Adhere to safety protocols and procedures at all times, including proper handling and operation of CNC machines and equipment

Aerospace and Defense Estimator III Location: USA Remote Job Description: OVERVIEW Cadrex is searching for an Estimator III who will be responsible for evaluating quote requests and creating timely and accurate cost estimates for parts and assemblies. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Manage large quote packages and necessary resources - Lead and develop continuous improvement projects or ideas - Manage open RFQs and distribution of quoting activities for the Estimating team - Perform cost analysis and account profitability reviews and provide feedback to management related to suggested actions - Oversee departmental metric tracking and reactionary efforts related to metric status - Assist Sales and Customer Service in the management of key accounts - Assist in the daily management, development of and training the Estimating Department employees as directed by the Engineering Manager - Review and evaluate requests for quotes; prepare work to be estimated by gathering proposals, prints, part models, specifications, and related documents - Work with the sales team and customers to thoroughly understand customer requirements - Identify labor, material, finish, and time requirements by studying proposals, prints, specifications, and related documents - Compute costs by analyzing labor, material, finish, and time requirements - Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing relevant data - Present prepared quotes by assembling and displaying numerical pricing and descriptive information - Ensure that quality requirements, part prints, part models, specifications and other pertinent information is available and shared with necessary departments - Assist procurement in obtaining pricing for materials, components, and subcontracted processes - Maintain cost database by entering data - Review and understand job costing; suggest changes - Actively seek opportunities to increase sales by offering additional services to customers Requirements PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - 7+ years’ related experience and/or training in CNC machining and metal fabrication in A/D manufacturing - Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals - CNC programming software - High level math and financial acumen with analytical mindset - Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage - Experience with conceptual and detailed measurement/pricing - Possess well-developed and demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills - Excellent organizational skills - Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision, while managing multiple projects - PC knowledge/computer literate; including the ability to work with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.), e-mail, estimating software and use the Internet EDUCATION - Bachelor’s degree preferred LOCATION - Remote SCHEDULE - M-F TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES - Health/dental/vision coverage - Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance - Short- and long-term disability insurance - Generous paid time off and holiday pay - Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify) - 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4% - Education support program - Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement - Referral bonuses - Bonus plan for all full-time employees 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. 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. Salary Description $88,000-$110,000 Yearly

• Establish and own the enterprise trade compliance program: policies, SOPs, RACI, training, recordkeeping, and internal control testing • Provide centralized governance and direction for U.S. and Mexico trade compliance activities, including alignment of broker instructions, documentation controls, and cross-border execution standards • Partner with Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to improve data quality and embed compliance into standard work • Govern HTS classification, COO determinations, and valuation controls; maintain the centralized evidence repository, defensible support, and change control process • Own Section 232 governance: ensure correct applicability and reporting; monitor scope changes and implement controls to prevent misapplication • Govern denied/restricted party screening and auditable trail; manage exceptions/escalations with Legal for higher-risk transactions • Lead broker governance: standardized instructions, SLAs, defect taxonomy, scorecards/QBRs, corrective action closure • Own post-entry governance: sampling audits, correction workflow, PSC/protest strategy and calendar management (as applicable) • Own duty recovery programs: tariff/IEEPA refund identification and filing governance; manage trackers, evidence, and receivables • Lead FTZ feasibility and implementation roadmap (storage + manufacturing): business case, operating model, controls, and pilot rollout • Build and report KPIs: duty exposure, recoveries, broker accuracy, holds/exams, defect categories, cycle time, FTZ savings, and audit readiness

• Build and maintain Power BI dashboards for executive, strategic, and operational audiences (freight, warehousing/3PL, trade compliance) • Define and maintain KPI dictionary and reporting governance (definitions, owners, refresh cadence, exception handling) to support a single source of truth • Trade compliance analytics and dashboards: broker performance, clearance cycle time, holds/exams, documentation defects, entry accuracy, and duty/fee leakage • Develop lane profiles and cost-to-serve/should cost models; support transportation and 3PL RFPs (bid normalization, market comparative benchmarks, award scenarios) • Collect and normalize supplier non-managed freight data and incoterms; identify opportunities to convert lanes to managed freight and improve compliance to routing guidance • Build total landed-cost models incorporating freight, accessorial, duties/taxes/fees, brokerage, and cycle-time impacts • Support freight controls: accessorial leakage analysis, invoice integrity checks (rate conformance), and claims reporting/recovery tracking • Consolidate and validate data from carriers, 3PLs, brokers/forwarders, suppliers, and internal systems (ERP/Finance) into trusted datasets • Support API/EDI integration efforts by defining requirements, mapping fields, and validating test outputs to automate data flow • Process development: draft and standardize SOPs/playbooks (routing guide, escalation, claims, broker governance, QBR templates) and support rollout • Program support: maintain action logs, milestone tracking, and project performance dashboards for logistics initiatives

• Manage day-to-day logistics operations across multiple manufacturing and distribution locations • Ensure timely inbound delivery of raw materials and outbound shipment of finished goods • Oversee transportation planning, routing, and scheduling to meet production and customer requirements • Coordinate with plant leadership to align logistics activities with production priorities and inventory levels • Develop and execute regional transportation strategies to optimize cost, service, and efficiency • Manage relationships with carriers, freight brokers, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers • Negotiate rates, contracts, and service agreements to achieve cost savings and performance targets • Monitor carrier performance, including on-time delivery, transit times, and claims management • Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives related to freight, packaging, and distribution • Analyze freight spend, lane utilization, and shipping patterns to drive optimization opportunities • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, lead time reduction, and service reliability • Standardize logistics processes and best practices across all sites within the region • Ensure compliance with domestic and international shipping regulations, including hazardous materials and trade requirements where applicable • Develop contingency plans to mitigate transportation disruptions and supply chain risks • Monitor and manage claims related to damaged or lost shipments • Support audit readiness and maintain accurate logistics documentation • Partner with warehouse and inventory teams to ensure efficient material flow and storage practices • Support inventory accuracy initiatives and alignment between logistics and production schedules • Collaborate on packaging standards, material handling processes, and shipping readiness • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, and carrier performance • Provide regular reporting and insights to senior leadership on logistics performance and improvement opportunities • Utilize ERP, TMS, and data analytics tools to support decision-making and operational visibility • Lead, mentor, and develop regional logistics personnel, including site-level coordinators or supervisors • Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement • Support training and development initiatives to enhance team capabilities and performance

• Develop and execute the engineering strategy to support our customers goals of DFM, DFX, product innovation, process optimization, technical governance and cost efficiency • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performance engineering team across the enterprise with a broad team of direct and indirect employees, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement • Oversee the design methodologies, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes to ensure they meet the quality standards and cost objectives of our customer • Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends in manufacturing and engineering to enhance competitiveness and stay ahead of industry developments • Collaborate with other departments, including operations, supply chain, quality assurance, and sales, to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions into the overall business strategy • Manage the engineering department's budget effectively, allocating resources efficiently to achieve project and departmental goals • Ensure engineering processes across the enterprise comply with relevant industry standards • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness and efficiency of engineering projects and processes • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and vendors to source materials, components, and technologies that support engineering initiatives • Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team, fostering innovation and implementing best practices • Own the recruitment, training, and career development for engineering talent across the enterprise.

• Serve as the primary program owner with full Responsibility, Authority, and Accountability (RAA) for delivery across technical, schedule, cost, and quality commitments • Lead the execution of government/defense programs from development through production and delivery • Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), ensuring alignment with contractual milestones and internal production capabilities • Act as the primary interface with government customers and/or prime contractors • Lead program reviews, technical discussions, and executive-level presentations with internal and external stakeholders • Manage customer expectations, contract deliverables, and program communications to ensure alignment and satisfaction • Drive and lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and ongoing program status updates • Manage program financial performance, including budgets, cost tracking, margin, and forecasting • Apply structured program management methodologies such as Earned Value Management (EVM) • Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, maintaining active risk registers and mitigation plans • Lead and coordinate NPI programs, ensuring successful transition from development into full-rate production • Oversee design reviews, validation activities, and manufacturing readiness in alignment with customer expectations • Maintain visibility into multi-part program portfolios (50–100+ parts)

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex manufacturing programs, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives • Manage program scope, budget, schedule, and resources across multiple departments and stakeholders • Act as the primary liaison between internal teams, customers, and suppliers, ensuring clear communication and stakeholder engagement • Coordinate activities across engineering, production, quality, procurement, and supply chain to ensure program milestones are met • Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure timely and successful delivery • Track and report program performance using key metrics and dashboards; escalate issues as needed • Facilitate regular program reviews, updates, and communications with executive leadership • Implement best practices in program management and continuous improvement to increase efficiency and quality • Ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and quality standards throughout the program lifecycle • Mentor and coach cross-functional teams to strengthen project management capabilities and collaboration