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Ken Forging Inc.

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Shear Operator

Jefferson, OH · On-site

$19.60 - $20.60/hr

Ken Forging, Inc. a manufacture of forged industrial hardware is seeking a multi task Shear Operator to join our manufacturing team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast ...

Area Temps

Shear Operator

Highland Heights, OH · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

To apply for this Shear Operator position, please submit your resume to mentor@areatemps.com, call (440) 788-4373, or TEXT "your name & 177880" to (440) 497-1091. Additional Information For over 35 ...

Ohio Gratings

Assistant Panel Shear Operator

Canton, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

The Assistant Panel Shear Operator supports the operation of the panel shear by primarily handling the loading and unloading of materials using forklifts, Combi lifts, and overhead cranes. This role ...

Ohio Gratings, Inc

Assistant Panel Shear Operator

Canton, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

The Assistant Panel Shear Operator supports the operation of the panel shear by primarily handling the loading and unloading of materials using forklifts, Combi lifts, and overhead cranes. This role ...

Ohio Gratings

Assistant Panel Shear Operator

Canton, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

The Assistant Panel Shear Operator supports the operation of the panel shear by primarily handling the loading and unloading of materials using forklifts, Combi lifts, and overhead cranes. This role ...

Viking Forge LLC

Saw & Shear Operator

Streetsboro, OH · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Set-up, operation, quality control, and light maintenance of production saw and shear machinery * Receiving, inspecting, cataloguing, and transporting of both bundled engineered bar and cut billets ...

TiltEdge Solutions LLC

Rebar Fabricator I

Columbus, OH · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Assists shear operators in clearing sheared materials from storage racks or to supply stock length rebar for cutting operations. Receive and position steel bundles on stock shear racks. Break open ...

McNichols Co

Machine Operator - Saw and Shear

Whitehall, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

The Machine Operator - Saw and Shear is responsible for operating cutting equipment such as large band saws, hydraulic shears, panel saws and cold saws to cut bar grating, sheet metal, sheet wire ...

Shearer's Foods

Stand-up Forklift Operator

Moraine, OH · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Overview Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading ... Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is ...

Shearer's Foods

Packaging Machine Operator

Massillon, OH · On-site

$23.30 - $26.30/hr

Overview Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading ... Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is ...

Shearer's Foods

Stand-up Forklift Operator

Moraine, OH · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Overview Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading ... Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is ...

Shearer's Foods

Packaging Machine Operator

Brewster, OH · On-site

$21.01 - $24.01/hr

Overview Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading ... Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is ...

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How much do shear operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for shear operator in Ohio is $18.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.44 and $20.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a shear operator?

A Shear Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining power shears or cutting machines to trim, cut, or shear metal or other materials to specified dimensions. They read work orders, adjust machine settings, and ensure precise cuts while maintaining safety standards. Shear Operators also inspect finished pieces for accuracy, perform routine maintenance on equipment, and may assist in material handling or production workflows. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical skills, and adherence to workplace safety regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a shear operator?

To excel as a Shear Operator, you need proficiency in reading blueprints, measuring materials, and operating industrial shearing machines, often backed by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with metalworking machinery, basic mechanical maintenance, and industry safety certifications like OSHA are frequently required. Detail orientation, good hand-eye coordination, and effective teamwork are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure precise material cutting, safe workplace practices, and efficient production workflows.

What are some typical challenges that shear operators face in their daily work?

Shear Operators often work with heavy materials and must pay close attention to detail to ensure precise cuts and minimize waste, which can be physically demanding and mentally focused work. They may also have to adapt quickly to changing production schedules and handle minor equipment troubleshooting as issues arise. Working effectively as part of a team with other machine operators, welders, and supervisors is essential. Staying up-to-date on safety protocols and regular equipment maintenance is another challenge, but it helps ensure both personal and team safety on the job.

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Shear Operator

Ken Forging Inc.

Jefferson, OH • On-site

$19.60 - $20.60/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

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Job description

Ken Forging, Inc. a manufacture of forged industrial hardware is seeking a multi task Shear Operator to join our manufacturing team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring safety, productivity, and quality standards are consistently met.

Duties

  • Do a cleanup/inspection around assigned shear(s) or saw(s).
  • Pick up banding/debris.
  • Check bar length.
  • Set-up Shears and Saws. Go over set up, making sure nothing has come loose. (Make adjustments if needed), verify counters are working and are at the correct count.
  • Be sure all boxes, racks, end cuts hoppers are tagged appropriately with the correct weights, steel tags are numbered and in order and clean out tubs.
  • Shear or saw steel material.
  • Periodically check shear and saw counter to be at correct count and length.
  • Weigh, Tag, Issue, Record Entry for all sheared material.
  • Operate tow motor and crane to move material from delivery trucks, inventory, shears, saw, hammer and to different areas of the Forge Department.
  • Inspect incoming and processing steel.
  • Unload steel truck and process needed paperwork.
  • Must be able to multi task. Employee is typically cutting different bundles of steel on multiple shears and saws for multiple hammers at the same time.
  • Employees should have the ability to drive stick shift to utilize the flatbed truck with air brakes to transfer steel from different warehouses.
  • May be asked to weld. (Stub Welding and Stick Welding)

Skills

  • Skilled in using shears, saws, hand tools, cranes, tow motors, flatbed truck sticks shift and other machinery safely within a manufacturing setting.
  • Basic ability to read, write and general math skills while using measuring devices such as measuring tape, gages, micrometers and calipers. Strong computer skills.
  • Familiarity with welding.
  • Reliable and able to multi-task.
  • Prior manufacturing experience and computer skills preferred.

Full benefits package available. 100% paid health insurance premiums. EOE

Candidates MUST apply by one of the following methods.

ZipRecruiter, company website: www.kenforging.com, mail or apply in person at:

Ken Forging Inc.

1049 Griggs Road, Jefferson, Ohio 44047

8:00AM - 5:00PM