Shear Press Operator
Position Summary :
We are seeking a motivated and dependable Shear Press Operator to join our client's fabrication team in Archdale. The ideal candidate is a hard-working individual with strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to quality and safety.
Job Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain a shear press machine
- Follow work orders, blueprints, and supervisor instructions
- Measure, mark, and cut sheet metal accurately
- Use power and hand tools safely and effectively
- Lift and handle materials up to 80 lbs. independently
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Perform quality checks to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Assist other team members and departments as needed
Required Skills and Qualifications
Reliable attendance and teamwork are essentialAbility to read and interpret blueprintsStrong attention to detail and precision measuringRead tape measures to 1 / 8”, 1 / 16”, and 1 / 32” incrementsConvert feet to inches and fractions to decimalsAbility to work in a non-climate-controlled environment (temperatures may range from 20°F to 102°F)Minimum Qualifications
1 year of relevant experience or equivalent trainingProficiency with basic fabrication tools (tape measure, calipers, protractors, etc.)Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructionsPreferred Qualifications
High school diploma or GEDExperience operating CNC cutting machines, press brakes, drills, or sawsAbility to run one fabrication machine with minimal supervision and few quality defectsEnjoys working in a team-oriented manufacturing environmentWorking Conditions
Physical Demands : Frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 80 lbs.), bending, reaching, and repetitive motionEnvironment : Exposure to noise, dust, and temperature extremesSchedule : Monday–Friday, 7 : 00 a.m.–3 : 30 or 4 : 30 p.m. (occasional half-day Saturday and mandatory overtime; typical 46-hour week)Pay : $20-$26 / hrPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection must be worn at all timesDark-colored shirt (black, blue, or red) required — no vulgar or offensive graphics