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Whirlpool

Auto Press Operator

Cleveland, TN · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

... Auto Press Operator is a highly skilled technical role responsible for the safe and efficient ... Set up and operate secondary fabrication equipment, including roll levelers, shears, CNC Press ...

Skilled Workforce

Sheet Metal Helper

Nashville, TN · On-site

$18.50/hr

Operating: Large Brakes, Rollers, Plasma Tables and other sheet metal forming machines. Duties ... power shears; notchers; brakes; rollers; lock-formers; cleat benders; punches; pinspotters ...

Skilled Workforce

Sheet Metal Helper

Nashville, TN · On-site

$18.50/hr

Operating: Large Brakes, Rollers, Plasma Tables and other sheet metal forming machines. Duties ... power shears; notchers; brakes; rollers; lock-formers; cleat benders; punches; pinspotters ...

FABCO LLC

REBAR FAB I

Nashville, TN

$18 - $20/hr

Familiarity with operating fabrication machinery and tools, including table benders, shear lines, automatic benders, and overhead cranes. * Good basic math skills for measuring and cutting materials ...

FABCO LLC

REBAR FAB I

Nashville, TN · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Familiarity with operating fabrication machinery and tools, including table benders, shear lines, automatic benders, and overhead cranes. * Good basic math skills for measuring and cutting materials ...

JRC Incorporated

Gutter Installation Tech

Greenbrier, TN · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

... operating fabricating machines to cut, using shears, hammers, or drills Climb, kneel, crawl, and stand to perform daily work and ladder climbing when needed Complete removal of existing gutter and ...

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How much do shear operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for shear operator in Tennessee is $17.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.72 and $19.18 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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Infographic showing various Shear Operator job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 51% Full Time, 47% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,591 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Press Brake Technician - Sheet Metal - 1st Shift

Dayton, TN • On-site

Baltimore Aircoil Company
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$16 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

POSITION PURPOSE
The Press Brake Technician III is a member of the Sheet Metal team and is responsible for parts fabrication and material movement in a safe manner and ensuring the quality of parts. The Press Brake Technician III works as member of the larger Fabrication team and may flex to any of the departments or work stations as volume dictates. The employee demonstrates BAC's values of Earning Trust, Embracing Responsibility, Showing Courage, and Driving Innovation, and is committed to achieving technical expertise in their department. The purpose for every position at BAC regardless of department or level can be summed up as doing the right thing in the right way.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Owns personal and team safety. Observes all safety rules and uses the proper safety equipment at all times.
  • Assist Senior Mechanics to complete fabricated parts in a safe and quality conscious manner eliminating risk of damage
  • Perform functions as a Press Brake Helper, be able to perform Press Brake preventive maintenance, and program and run simple parts.
  • Perform material kitting function, proficiently operate the shear and be able to perform shear preventive maintenance.
  • Assist changing dies and CNC tooling.
  • Perform function of the drop off rack associated with focus on scrap reduction.
  • Help keep equipment in good operating condition.
  • Meet daily production goals as assigned by the Team Leader or Station Leader
  • Replenish supplies other consumables
  • Actively learn all skills necessary to become a world class mechanic
  • Follow all safety requirements regarding tools and PPE
  • Actively acquire skills and ability to support the highest quality standards.
  • Flex to other areas as needed demonstrating teamwork and a commitment to team success
  • Perform all other tasks as directed by the supervisor

NATURE & SCOPE
Press Brake Technician III reports to the Station Leader or Team Leader of the Sheet Metal Department, or a more senior Mechanic as assigned by the Supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
  • Read a tape measure and perform basic fractional calculations
  • Competent in reading blue prints and reference drawings
  • Competent in the use of critical measurement equipment including: micrometers, tape measures, dial calipers, square, protractor, and micrometer.
  • Ability to access necessary information from fabrication data bases, as well as make date entries.
  • Knowledgeable of sheet metal quality standards and General Customer Expectations standards
  • Know how to correctly perform first part quality checks
  • Ability to safely operate material handling equipment including pallet jacks, and jib cranes as required
  • Team work and collaboration
  • Knowledge of Lean Basics, 5S standards, the Seven Wastes, and how their application.
  • Knowledge of all safety requirements associated with tasks

WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk up to 80% of the time. Employee will also be required to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, sit and reach on a regular basis during a normal working shift This position requires frequent lifting up to 50 pounds. Exposures include elevated noise levels associated with a manufacturing environment, fluctuations in temperature ambient conditions as well as intermittent exposure to the weather in and about the yard and dock areas. Working hours can include any of three shifts and generally are scheduled for forty hours a week. Some weekend overtime is to be expected.
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