1st Shift Shear Operator

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1st Shift Shear Operator

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• Company/Owner Appreciation
• Family culture
• Health/dental/vision
• PTO / holiday pay
• 401k, 3% match

Shear Operator Pay range : $24.00 - 30.00/hour, depending on experience.

Shear Operator Shift:
Monday
- Thursday, 5 am to 3:30 pm. Friday 5 am to 11am am Mandatory OT based on project needs.

As a Shear Operator you will be a vital link in our custom architectural metal fabrication process. We are looking for a precision-focused professional to set up and operate hydraulic power shears, ensuring every cut-whether in steel, aluminum, or stainless-meets our high standards for accuracy and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Operation: Set up and operate hydraulic power shears to cut materials to exact dimensions and angles.
• Machine Programming: Independently program and modify machine parameters for both standard jobs and complex, custom architectural pieces.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct in-process and final inspections using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures to ensure all parts meet tight tolerances.
• Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints; perform layout and nesting independently to maximize material efficiency, even when formal drawings are not provided.
• Maintenance & Calibration: Adjust machine settings (blade gap, rake angle, back-gauge) and perform daily equipment checks. Report any maintenance needs to the Shop Foreman.
• Inventory & Documentation: Pull materials and maintain real-time inventory accuracy by logging data in Quick Base and ensuring all stock is properly tagged and organized.
• Safety & Organization: Maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace and adhere to all safety protocols to protect yourself and the team.

What You Bring

• Experience: At least 3 years of hydraulic shear operation in a fabrication setting (Architectural metal experience is a major plus).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CNC machine programming and a strong ability to read/interpret blueprints.
• Mathematics: Strong math skills with the ability to calculate dimensions and layout parts accurately.
• Digital Literacy: Comfortable using computers for data entry (Quick Base) and machine interface.
• Independence: A self-starter who can manage their time and solve problems with minimal supervision.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Setting: A high-energy, fast-paced fabrication shop.
• Physical: Ability to stand for long shifts, bend, reach, and regularly lift/move metal sheets weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Safety: Steel-toe boots are required (all other PPE provided).

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Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $24.00 - $30.00