Metal Shear Operator: Precise & Safe Cuts

Morgan-Steel-LLC-1; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Steel, LLC in Memphis, TN seeks a skilled Shear Operator to join our production team. You will operate and maintain industrial shearing machines to cut metal sheets and plates to exact dimensions, reading blueprints and cutting lists to determine required dimensions.

The ideal candidate will interpret blueprints, set up equipment, inspect parts, and follow safety practices. Prior metal fabrication experience and forklift certification are a plus, with strong attention to detail and

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating shearing machines in manufacturing or steel processing beneficial.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders, and measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Operate shearing equipment to cut metal sheets and plates per specs.
• Set up and adjust blade clearance and back gauge for precise cuts.
• Inspect materials before and after cutting for quality and accuracy.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Measuring tools

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Tape measure

Forklift

Job description

Morgan Steel, LLC in Memphis, TN seeks a skilled Shear Operator to join our production team. You will operate and maintain industrial shearing machines to cut metal sheets and plates to exact dimensions, reading blueprints and cutting lists to determine required dimensions.

The ideal candidate will interpret blueprints, set up equipment, inspect parts, and follow safety practices. Prior metal fabrication experience and forklift certification are a plus, with strong attention to detail and