Shear Operator

Gulf Island & Englobal; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

A leading fabrication shop in Houma, Louisiana, is seeking a Shear Operator responsible for ensuring accurate cuts for generator enclosures. Key responsibilities include operating and maintaining shear cutters, reading technical specifications, and collaborating with team members to meet production deadlines. The ideal candidate must have over 2 years of experience and a high school diploma. This role offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience operating a shear cutter.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Set, adjust, and operate the shear cutter for accurate cuts.
• Inspect parts during production for conformance to specifications.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules.
• Collaborate with team to meet production schedules and deadlines.

Skills

Operating a shear cutter

Reading technical drawings

Basic troubleshooting

Safety procedures adherence

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shear cutter

Tape measure

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Main Purpose

The Shear Operator is responsible for operating the shear cutters within our fabrication shop. This role is responsible for providing cut material for the pre-fabrication of generator enclosures within the manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions

• Set, adjust and operate the shear cutter for material type / length / width and ensure clean, accurate cuts with minimal burr
• Safely operate machines according to trained procedures
• Read and interpret technical drawings, work orders, blueprints, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and measurement tools to ensure accuracy
• Select proper tooling and dies for each job and perform adjustments as needed
• Inspect parts during and after production to verify conformance to specifications
• Monitor machines during every procedure to ensure optimum running
• Maintain equipment by performing basic troubleshooting, cleaning and reporting mechanical issues
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and deadlines
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Job Requirements

• 2+ years experience operating a shear cutter
• Must be able to read a tape measure
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience operating a shear cutter for the production of generator enclosures or other various enclosures

Tools, Equipment and Technology

• Shear cutter, tape measure, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) etc.

Environmental Conditions

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.