Shear Operator

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing • Columbus, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Running and maintaining shears and saws in production environment.

Core Duties and Responsibilities
Machine 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 gear

Requirements

• 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 the rake (angle) and pressure for optimal cuts.
• Lifts, positions, and aligns materials (metal plates, sheets, bars) manually or using overhead cranes.
• Inspects finished workpieces for accuracy, checking for compliance with blueprints or work orders.
• Performs routine maintenance (e.g., lubricating, sharpening blades) and adheres to safety regulations, including wearing protective gear

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed