Brake/Shear Machine Operator (Miscellaneous)

Jobless; Newington, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match / Prof

Vacation / Holidays / Earned Days //

1st Shift Monday – Friday

Full Time Position

Vacation / Holidays / Earned Days /

Job summary

SHEPARD STEEL in Newington, CT seeks an experienced Brake/Shear Machine Operator to operate power fabrication machines and perform preventive maintenance. You will read drawings, de-bur and grind metal, set up tools, analyze blueprints, and move material with forklifts and cranes.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to pass a Welding and Fit-Up test, and reliable transportation. Work environment emphasizes safety and teamwork, with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass Welding and Fit-Up test.
• Must be able to read, speak, and write in English.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Physically capable of lifting/pushing/pulling 70 pounds unassisted.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and with other technicians.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings and diagrams to perform tasks.
• De-bur and grind metal to meet surface texture per specs.
• Set up and operate hand and power tools in brake and shear dept.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, sketches, and work orders.
• Mark or tag material with job numbers and identifiers.
• Assist with repair and maintenance of equipment and perform emergency adjustments.
• Keep records of material usage and equipment issues.
• Operate forklifts and cranes to move material.
• Clean and lubricate machines per manufacturer specs.
• Monitor operations to ensure health and safety standards are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Read drawings

Operate brake/shear machines

Welding test

English literacy

Forklift/Crane operation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinders

Job description

Brake/Shear Machine Operator

Our company is looking for an experienced Brake & Shear Machine Operator in our Newington, CT Miscellaneous Department.

Under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager, the employee will be responsible for operating one or several types of power fabrication machines, as well as preforming preventative maintenance to these pieces of equipment in addition to other duties. These items include but are not limited to:

• Read and interpret drawings, and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand.
• De-bur and grind metal as necessary to achieve proper surface texture per job specifications.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the brake and shear department.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, sketches, and work orders.
• Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
• Assist with repair and maintain equipment, making emergency adjustments or assisting with major repairs as necessary.
• Keep records of material or equipment usage or problems encountered.
• Operate forklifts and cranes to move material.
• Clean and lubricate machines per manufacturer’s specifications.
• Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Machine Operator Required Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass a Welding and Fit-Up test
• Ability to speak, read and write in English
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
• Physically capable of lifting/pushing/pulling 70 pounds unassisted

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  Physically capable of bending/twisting as well as standing for long periods of time

• Able to work well with minimal supervision as well as with other technicians
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures
• Self-motivated, detail oriented and has a positive attitude

Benefits:

• 
  Competitive salary (based on skill set)
• 
  Health Insurance (includes annual vision exam)
• 
  Dental Insurance
• 
  Life Insurance
• 
  401(k) Plan with Employer Match / Profit Sharing
  
• 
  1st Shift Monday – Friday (additional overtime as required)
• 
  Full Time Position
• 
  Vacation / Holidays / Earned Days / Birthdays

Shepard Steel is a structural steel and miscellaneous metals fabrication company that has been an integral part of the Connecticut construction landscape for over 65 years. With a staff of approximately 100 talented professionals, we are carrying out the company’s proud tradition of meeting the structural and miscellaneous steel requirements of customers throughout all Southern New England and Eastern New York State. We fabricate approximately 12,000 tons of steel annually and have invested heavily in state-of-the-art fabrication equipment in recent years.

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