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Full Time Metal Shear Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

ABOUT THE ROLE The Welder/Fabricator is responsible for assembling, fitting, and welding metal ... This role involves operating fabrication equipment, using hand and power tools, and ensuring all ...

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Saw/Shear Operator

Louisa, VA · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Saw/Shear Operator Who We Are: We're a high-growth manufacturer based in Louisa, Virginia, specializing in sheet metal fabrication, welding, machining, coatings, and the design and build of turnkey ...

Press and Shear Operator

Mason, OH · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for operating shear, saw and brake presses, pre-setters, and other secondary metal processing equipment Responsibilities include: * Maintain a safe and ...

Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running ... Crop shears the ends of the T-Stock to ensure highest quality * Utilizes straightener and visually ...

Press and Shear Operator

Mason, OH · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for operating shear, saw and brake presses, pre-setters, and other secondary metal processing equipment Responsibilities include: * Maintain a safe and ...

Shear Set Up

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Assurance Manufacturing, a leader in precision sheet metal fabrication, stamping, machining, and ... Shear Set Up Responsibilities: * Sets up and operates power shear to cut metal sheets into blanks ...

Shear Set Up

Coon Rapids, MN · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Assurance Manufacturing, a leader in precision sheet metal fabrication, stamping, machining, and ... Shear Set Up Responsibilities: * Sets up and operates power shear to cut metal sheets into blanks ...

Machine Operator 1

Indianola, PA · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

... Shear Operator to join our production team. This role is responsible for operating metal shearing ... Stable full-time schedule with consistent hours * Employee safety programs and company-provided PPE ...

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... full-time metal fabricator/installer of railings, stairways, gates, balconies, and all ... Cutting metal with band saw, ironworker, shear, etc and organizing single parts for assembly.

Break Press/Shear Operator

Bernalillo, NM

$17.50 - $23/hr

Set up, operate, or tend machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic material. Test and adjust machine speeds or actions, according to product ...

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How much do full time metal shear operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time metal shear operator in the United States is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Metal Shear Operator vs Full Time Press Brake Operator?

AspectFull Time Metal Shear OperatorFull Time Press Brake Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job training, safety certificationsHigh school diploma, safety certifications, some technical training
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, metal fabrication shopsFactories, metal fabrication shops, manufacturing facilities
Job FocusCutting metal sheets to specified sizes using shear machinesBending and forming metal sheets with press brake machines

Both roles are essential in metal fabrication, requiring safety certifications and experience with machinery. The main difference lies in their functions: the Metal Shear Operator focuses on cutting metal sheets, while the Press Brake Operator specializes in shaping and bending metal. Both jobs are performed in similar industrial environments and often require comparable skills and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Metal Shear Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,315 per year, or $19.4 per hour.
Shear Operator

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Commercial Metals Company rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

286th of 527 rated manufacturers


Job description

it's what's inside that counts
There's more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it's the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:
  • Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
  • Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
  • 4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
  • $500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
  • Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
  • Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Training and Advancement Opportunities

Why This Job
CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you'll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.
What You'll Do
  • Maintains work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows safety regulations
  • Operates production equipment in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
  • Participates in the CMC Safety Programs and proactively upholds the CMC Safety Culture
  • Any other tasks as assigned by supervisor

What You'll Need
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions
  • Experience with metal sorting a plus but not required; to include the ability to distinguish between different metals and/or other materials for grading purposes and recognizing safety hazards
  • Must be able to frequently lift 25 lbs or more to include carrying or pushing objects up to 100ft
  • Must be able to perform the physical task of the job assigned; to include climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
  • Must be able to stand for significant lengths of time in an industrial environment with exposure to all elements of weather

Your Education
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred

We are CMC, a Fortune 500® company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We've built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years - and we're just getting started.
If you're ready to join a team working to make our industry more sustainable, support the bridges, roadways, buildings and infrastructure that connects our communities, and do meaningful work, you're ready to join CMC. Apply today and start moving your career - and our world - forward. Let's build a better world!
CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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