Shear Machine Operator in Whittier, CA

Adecco US, Inc.; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 2,893,000 - 3,168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time employment

Growth opportunities

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a skilled Shear Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team in Whittier, CA. The role involves setting up and operating power shears to cut metal to exact shapes and sizes while ensuring accuracy and quality.

You will read blueprints, adjust machines, and perform quality inspections in a safety-forward environment. Ideal candidates read blueprints, follow work orders, and maintain strict attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience operating shear machines or similar metal fabrication equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper PPE use.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate power shears to cut metal to specifications.
• Adjust cutter distances for material thickness and tolerances.
• Position, clamp, and align workpieces on the table for cuts.
• Inspect finished parts for conformance to standards and specifications.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and report concerns to supervision.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Shear machine operation

Blueprint interpretation

Quality-conscious

Independent work

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Adecco is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Shear Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. The Shear Machine Operator is responsible for setting up and operating power shears to cut metal materials into specified shapes and sizes while ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with production requirements. This role requires the ability to read blueprints and work orders, perform machine adjustments, conduct quality inspections, and maintain a safe work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cut various sheet metal materials and aluminum tubing according to specifications.
• Adjust the distance between cutters to accommodate material thickness.
• Position and clamp workpieces to the table and set the required distance between the center point of the workpiece and cutting blades.
• Operate power shears to perform precise cuts on metal materials.
• Lift, align, and guide workpieces manually or with a hoist to create straight and irregular cuts.
• Lay out cutting lines on workpieces or trace patterns from templates.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, including cleaning, lubricating, and minor repairs.
• Inspect finished parts to verify conformance to quality standards and specifications.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and report significant concerns to supervision.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area through regular housekeeping.
• Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience operating shear machines or similar metal fabrication equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
• Knowledge of machine operation and safe use of hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot machine or production issues.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle metal materials as required.
• Ability to work safely around moving machinery and production equipment.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and production setting.
• Exposure to noise, moving mechanical parts, and metal fabrication materials.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required and provided as applicable.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay
• Full-time, stable employment
• Opportunity for growth and advancement
• Safety-focused work environment
• Team-oriented culture

Pay Details:

$21.00 to $23.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.