Hydraulic Shear Operator — Steel Processing

Torrey Holistics; Harmarville (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO accrual

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Torrey Holistics in Harmarville is seeking a Hydraulic Shear Operator to set up and run a hydraulic steel shear, stage material with a crane or magnet, and keep production moving with a forklift. You will inspect pieces with precise measuring tools and follow work orders, printing tags as needed.

No prior shear or steel experience is required — we’ll train you from day one. This direct hire offers clear pay progression, two shifts, overtime, and opportunities to grow within the team.

Job description

Step into a day-on-the-floor in HarmarvilleAs a Hydraulic Shear Operator in our steel fabrication and processing facility, you’ll keep product moving and quality tight. From the moment your shift starts, you’ll set up and run a hydraulic steel shear, stage material with a crane or magnet, and keep production flowing with a forklift. No prior shear or steel experience? We’ll train you from day one. This is a direct hire position with clear pay progression and room to grow.Where your time goesSet up and operate a hydraulic steel shear to cut steel sheets and strips preciselyMove material by hand and with overhead crane, magnetic lift, and forkliftInspect finished pieces using precision measuring tools; verify specs and qualityPackage finished goods with air-powered banding tools for safe shipmentRecord production, print tags, and follow work orders using basic computer and calculator skillsPartner with your team; work independently when needed to hit goalsSchedule and pay1st Shift: Monday–Thursday 4:00 AM–2:30 PM (30-minute lunch); Friday 4:00 AM–12:00 PM, paid at time and a half, no lunch — $18.50/hour2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday 2:30 PM–1:00 AM (30-minute lunch); Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, paid at time and a half, no lunch — $19.50/hourOn 2nd shift, when you work the Friday 8 AM shift, your Thursday shift ends early at 11:00 PM instead of 1:00 AMSome Fridays off entirely on either shiftNo Saturday or Sunday workOvertime opportunity available — a real way to increase your take-home now, on top of base pay$0.50/hour increase after a 60–90 day probation period, plus annual raises and bonuses (with potential for more frequent bonuses down the line)Both shifts follow a steady rhythm — Monday through Thursday with a shorter, different Friday. It takes a minute to get used to, but once you’re in the groove it’s a predictable routine four days (or nights) a week.What makes you a fitReliable, consistent attendance and a desire for long-term stabilityComfort with physical, hands-on work in a fast-paced production settingNo experience necessary — attitude and willingness to learn matter most; prior warehouse or manufacturing experience is a plusSolid basic math, reading, and measuring skillsSelf-directed when needed; collaborative and willing to pitch inBenefits that start upon hireHealth, dental, and vision insurancePTO accrual401(k) retirement plan with 401(k) matchingGrow with usPerform well and you may cross-train on additional equipment or support shipping and receiving — building skills and opening pathways for advancement.Apply today.