Shear & Grinder Operator - 1st Shift | PTO & 401(k)

Harbor Steel & Supply Corporation; Prichard (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

PTO

401(k) with match

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Harbor Steel & Supply Corporation is hiring a Shear & Grinder Operator for 1st shift. You will safely operate shear and grinding equipment to process steel according to customer specs, inspect in-process material, and maintain quality and housekeeping standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires measuring with precision tools, crane/forklift certification, and the ability to work as part of a team while following 5S and safety policies. Prior steel industry experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in steel/metals manufacturing or warehouse preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate industrial equipment.
• Good basic math skills.
• Ability to accurately use measuring tools (tape measures, micrometers, calipers).
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and specs.
• Crane/forklift certification required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Operate shear and grinder equipment safely and efficiently.
• Process steel and metal products according to customer specs.
• Review work orders to ensure accuracy and material utilization.
• Check material tolerances and squareness.
• Perform IPIR documentation and inspections as required.
• Maintain equipment and oil levels; perform preventive maintenance checks.
• Measure materials with tape measures, micrometers, C-micrometers, depth micrometers, and calipers.
• Package finished material per specs and safely move material with cranes and forklifts.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe; follow 5S and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measures

Micrometers

C-micrometers

Depth micrometers

Calipers

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Harbor Steel & Supply Corporation is hiring a Shear & Grinder Operator for 1st shift. You will safely operate shear and grinding equipment to process steel according to customer specs, inspect in-process material, and maintain quality and housekeeping standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires measuring with precision tools, crane/forklift certification, and the ability to work as part of a team while following 5S and safety policies. Prior steel industry experience is preferred.