Rebar Shear Operator

Brayman Precast; Saxonburg (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Brayman Precast in Saxonburg, PA is seeking a full-time Rebar Shear Operator to join our reinforcing bar operation. The role involves hands-on work on rebar machinery, operating rebar shears and benders, loading racks, and following production schedules to meet daily goals.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience, the ability to work safely in a heavy manufacturing environment, and good teamwork and basic math skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of related experience preferred.
• Previous rebar warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently or in a team.
• Ability to quickly learn and operate industrial machinery.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to work on a variety of machines.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate rebar shears and benders.
• Load racks, control rebar inventory, and unload and store incoming materials.
• Shear and unload rebar according to production requirements.
• Inspect machines before use to ensure proper setup and alignment.
• Perform basic and routine machine adjustments and maintenance.
• Assist with tracking production and quality documentation.
• Follow production schedules, daily plans, and verbal instructions to meet production goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to promote a safe and efficient workplace.
• Assist other machine operators as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Operate rebar shears

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rebar shears

Rebar benders

Job description

Brayman Precast in Saxonburg, PA, is looking for a full-time Rebar Shear Operator with a strong work ethic who enjoy hands-on work. The Rebar Shear Operator will work in our reinforcing bar operation.

Typical Schedule: 8-hour shift, days (6:00 am - 2:30 pm), Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required at times in order to meet project needs.

This is a hands-on position in a heavy manufacturing environment that requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, teamwork, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

What You'll Do as a Rebar Shear Operator:

• Safely and efficiently operate rebar shears and benders.
• Load racks, control rebar inventory, and unload and store incoming materials.
• Shear and unload rebar according to production requirements.
• Inspect machines before use to ensure proper setup and alignment.
• Perform basic and routine machine adjustments and maintenance.
• Assist with tracking production and quality documentation.
• Follow production schedules, daily plans, and verbal instructions to meet production goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to promote a safe and efficient workplace.
• Assist other machine operators as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For in a Rebar Shear Operator:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of related experience required.
• Previous rebar warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to quickly learn and operate industrial machinery.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work on a variety of machines.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality.

Physical & Work Environment for Rebar Shear Operator:

This position is performed in a heavy manufacturing environment that may be dirty and noisy. Employees must be comfortable working on their feet and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods.

The role requires the ability to:

• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand and work for 8+ hours while using tools and operating machinery.
• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Read instructions and inspect finished rebar with adequate visual acuity.
• Reach, stretch, bend, squat, crouch, kneel, and twist as needed.
• Frequently lift and carry raw materials.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and appropriate protective clothing.
• Work safely around machinery, raw materials, and production processes.

Why Join Us?

If you're mechanically inclined, safety-focused, dependable, and enjoy hands-on manufacturing work, this is an opportunity to build your skills in a fast-paced production environment.

Special Note:

This job description is presented as guidance only, other reasonable tasks or responsibilities as management sees necessary may be added to this job description in order to achieve satisfactory job performance by the team member.

EEO Statement:

Brayman and Affiliate Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or on any other characteristic protected by law.

Location: 16056

EOE: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet