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Metal Supermarkets

Metal Processing Lead

Elmwood, LA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Shop Lead and Lead Machine Operator (Metal Processing) Company: Metal Supermarkets Location: 5820 Plauche St, Elmwood, LA 70123 (Harahan/Elmwood area) Employment Type: Full-Time (Mon-Fri ...

Metal Supermarkets

Metal Processing Lead

Elmwood, LA

$20 - $23/hr

Shop Lead and Lead Machine Operator (Metal Processing) Company: Metal Supermarkets Location: 5820 Plauche St, Elmwood, LA 70123 (Harahan/Elmwood area) Employment Type: Full-Time (Mon-Fri ...

Nestle

Processing Operator

Trenton, MO · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Follow guidelines for Thermal Processing, Metal Detection, Sanitation, and Foreign Material ... Tank Operator including changing systems, getting cans for seam check; Spice Panel; Cook Panel;

Adecco

Metal Casting Operator

Glens Falls, NY

$22/hr

Metal Casting Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring equipment used in both metal casting and powdered metal processing to produce high-quality products. This role ensures materials ...

Adecco

Metal Casting Operator

Glens Falls, NY

$22/hr

Metal Casting Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring equipment used in both metal casting and powdered metal processing to produce high-quality products. This role ensures materials ...

Vishay

Metal Process Operator

Fremont, CA · On-site

$24/hr

Metal/Laser Manager Pay Range: $24.00/hourly Job Location: Vishay Applied Thin Film Products is ... Minimum of 1-2 years' experience in semiconductor processing * Clean room experiences desired.

Bay Cities Metal Products

Slitter Operator

Manteca, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $22.50/hr

The Slitter Operator is responsible for the safe and timely production of high-quality metal products (e.g., coils, sheets, or blanks) using specialized processing equipment. This role requires ...

Bay Cities Metal Products

Slitter Operator

Manteca, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $22.50/hr

The Slitter Operator is responsible for the safe and timely production of high-quality metal products (e.g., coils, sheets, or blanks) using specialized processing equipment. This role requires ...

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Metal Processing Lead

Elmwood, LA • On-site

Metal Supermarkets
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$20 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Run shift kickoffs, prioritize customer orders, assign shop tasks, and ensure safe and efficient production.

  • Operate industrial cutting tools such as hydraulic shears, cold saws, band saws, and forklifts.

  • Measure and inspect custom metal cuts using tape measures, calipers, and decimals to ensure 100% accuracy.

Metal Supermarkets rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Shop Lead and Lead Machine Operator (Metal Processing)

Company: Metal Supermarkets

Location: 5820 Plauche St, Elmwood, LA 70123 (Harahan/Elmwood area)

Employment Type: Full-Time (Mon–Fri)

Compensation: $20.00 to 23.00 / hr + bonus potential (Depending on Experience)

License Requirement: Valid Louisiana Class D Driver’s License Required (or ability to obtain)

WHY JOIN METAL SUPERMARKETS?

• Steady Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday day shift

• Reliable Income: Hourly pay + overtime and bonus opportunities.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), and paid training.

• Growth Potential: Hands-on leadership training in a fast-growing, essential industry.

THE ROLE

Looking for a hands-on lead role where your shop skills and leadership matter? Metal Supermarkets New Orleans is hiring a Shop Lead / Lead Machine Operator to run daily shop floor operations, cut metal orders to precision customer specs, and lead a safety-focused shop team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead Daily Operations: Run shift kickoffs, prioritize customer orders, assign shop tasks, and keep production moving safely and efficiently.

• Metal Cutting & Equipment: Operate industrial cutting tools (hydraulic shears, cold saws, band saws, forklifts).

• Precision & Quality: Measure and inspect custom cuts using tape measures, calipers, and decimals to ensure 100% accuracy.

• Local Deliveries (Backup): Drive our local 21' flatbed truck for client deliveries when needed.

• Team Safety & Training: Mentor team members on equipment safety and shop best practices.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• 2+ years of experience in machine operation, metal fabrication, carpentry, warehouse leadership, or military logistics/maintenance.

• Ability to accurately read tape measures, fractions, decimals, and calipers.

• Valid Driver’s License (Louisiana Class D Chauffeur license required—we will assist/reimburse you in upgrading if needed).

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs unassisted and stay active on the shop floor.

• Strong communication and a lead-by-example work ethic.

How to Apply

Click Apply Now to submit your resume highlighting your machinery, shop, or supervisory experience.

Have you always had a natural way with people? Do you love to help? Are you good with your hands and value great customer service? Do you think “yes” before “no?” Are you solutions driven and take pride in customer satisfaction? These traits could make you the perfect fit for a job with variety and great compensation in a stable industry with a rapidly expanding organization.
Metal Supermarkets is the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals with stores across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. We sell a variety of metal products and cutting services to businesses and consumers. Our customers love us because of our outstanding customer service. We’re fast, friendly, convenient and knowledgeable. We’re passionate about service.

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