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Cretex Companies

Diversified industrial conglomerate with manufacturing

Brake Press Operator

Full-TimeDeadline 9/30/27
$23.08 - $33.46/hr+ Discretionary holiday bonus + Profit sharing
Junior
Anoka, MN, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsWelding & Metal Fabrication

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
  • Two years of experience in brake press setup are required.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, follow, and document work instructions, standard operating procedures, and training documents is required.
  • Mechanical aptitude is required.
  • Ability to take direction from the area manager is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher, is required.
Responsibilities
  • Operate and set up sheet metal machines to bend, cut, or form parts.
  • Use a variety of sheet metal hand tools and measuring instruments.
  • Perform shop mathematics at an intermediate level.
  • Read and understand blueprints at an intermediate level.
  • Enter production information into the ERP system in a timely manner.
  • Accurately record and report hours worked.
  • Follow all safety policies, including wearing personal protective equipment when required.
  • Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements.
  • Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work.
  • Partner with other business segments, including sales and marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance.
  • Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly.
  • Participate in required company meetings.
  • Maintain an organized work area using 5S.
  • Participate in the Operational Excellence Program.
  • Work in a manufacturing environment.

About the company

Cretex Companies is a family of businesses that designs, manufactures, and supplies products across medical devices and specialty materials, including Cretex Medical, Cretex Materials, and Cretex Specialty Products. Its divisions focus on medical device components, materials manufacturing, and other engineered products, offering end-to-end support from design to production. The company grows by investing in new technologies and acquiring complementary businesses, leveraging a diversified, vertically integrated portfolio and a strong financial position. Its goal is to provide meaningful work for employees while delivering reliable products and services to customers today and sustaining long-term growth.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Elk River, Minnesota

Founded

1917

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What believers are saying

  • June 16, 2026 Holland Molds added manufacturing capacity for medical device customers.
  • April 8, 2026 rms sought Minnesota funding for expansion in Coon Rapids.
  • 2026 OMTEC, SMST, and DeviceTalks MN activity shows active customer development.

What critics are saying

  • Cretex depends on regulated medical-device OEM demand; program losses hit utilization fast.
  • Holland Molds integration and rms expansion in 2026 strain execution and capital allocation.
  • A quality failure at QTS or CDT triggers OEM exits, recalls, and brand damage.

What makes Cretex Companies unique

  • Cretex Medical spans CDT, QTS, and rms across end-to-end medtech manufacturing.
  • June 10, 2026 Holland Molds assets deepen Cretex’s injection-molding and tooling capabilities.
  • Cretex remained family-owned for over 100 years, with 2,400 employees across U.S. and Costa Rica.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program

Company News

Medical Alley
Oct 15th, 2025
Cretex Medical Signs Agreement to Acquire Atemisa Precision, S.A. in Costa Rica

Cretex Medical signs agreement to acquire Atemisa Precision, S.A. in Costa Rica. Cretex Medical, a leading provider of contract medical device manufacturing and engineering services, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Atemisa Precision, S.A. in Alajuela, Costa Rica. Dedicated to satisfying customer needs, Atemisa provides high quality machining services to the medical and industrial sectors in Costa Rica. The transaction is expected to close before the end of the year, subject to customary closing conditions. Cretex Medical's mission is to make it easier to get their customers' products to patients. By integrating Atemisa's precision machining expertise with Cretex Medical's newly constructed facility in Cartago, Costa Rica, the company will strengthen its local, vertically integrated capabilities, including advanced machining, molding, laser processing, and assembly. "The planned acquisition of Atemisa is a strategic investment that strengthens Cretex's global presence and underscores our long-term commitment to Costa Rica," said Jeff Wollerman, CEO and President of Cretex Companies. "Atemisa's reputation for excellence, deep local experience, and strong customer partnerships align perfectly with Cretex's culture of continuous improvement and customer focus. Together, we're expanding our capabilities and scale to better support our customers' growth and success for years to come." Both companies will continue to operate independently until the transaction closes. Additional details will be provided upon closing. About Cretex Cretex Companies (www.cretex.com) has been privately owned by the same family for over 100 years. Headquartered in Elk River, Minnesota, Cretex employs over 2,300 team members at facilities in the United States and Costa Rica. Under the Cretex Medical brand, the company's subsidiaries CDT, QTS, and rms provide contract manufacturing and engineering services to medical device manufacturers (OEMs). Cretex Materials and Cretex Specialty Products are leaders in the infrastructure industry. The companies are guided by a common management system, shared set of values, and focus on operational excellence. ###