Shear Operator

American Axle & Manufacturing; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Shear Operator to run hydraulic or power shears and saws in a production environment. You will set up and calibrate equipment, adjust rake and pressure for precise cuts, and ensure material is positioned correctly.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and safety-minded performance to sustain high-speed production. As part of a manufacturing team, you will inspect finished parts, perform routine maintenance, and uphold safety regulations

Qualifications

• Attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• High speed productivity.
• Safety consciousness.

Responsibilities

• Operates hydraulic or power shears/saws to cut materials to precise dimensions.
• Sets up machine stops, gauges, and blades, adjusting rake and pressure for optimal cuts.
• Lifts, positions, and aligns materials manually or using overhead cranes.
• Inspects finished workpieces for accuracy and compliance with blueprints/work orders.
• Performs routine maintenance and adheres to safety regulations, including wearing protective gear.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Safety consciousness

High speed production

Job description

Job Posting TitleShear OperatorJob Description SummaryRunning and maintaining shears and saws in production environment.Job Description:Core Duties and ResponsibilitiesMachine Operation: Operates hydraulic or power shears/saws to cut materials to precise dimensions.Setup and Calibration: Sets up machine stops, gauges, and blades, adjusting the rake (angle) and pressure for optimal cuts.Material Handling: Lifts, positions, and aligns materials (metal plates, sheets, bars) manually or using overhead cranes.Quality Inspection: Inspects finished workpieces for accuracy, checking for compliance with blueprints or work orders.Maintenance & Safety: Performs routine maintenance (e.g., lubricating, sharpening blades) and adheres to safety regulations, including wearing protective gearRequired Skills and EducationAttention to detail.Mechanical aptitude.High speed productivity.Safety consciousness.About Dauch:Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.