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Shearer's Foods

MRO Purchaser

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver ...

Shearer's Foods

MRO Purchaser

Fort Worth, TX

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver ...

Shearer's Foods

Seasoner

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver ...

Shearer's Foods

Seasoner

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$20.19/hr

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver ...

Shearer's Foods

Maintenance Scheduler

Fort Worth, TX

$25/hr

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver ...

Shearer's Foods

Maintenance Scheduler

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$56K - $68K/yr

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver ...

Triple-S Steel

Saw Operator

Houston, TX

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

... shear, CNC burning table, band saw, iron worker, track burner, haven tube cutter, forklift ... The Production Equipment Operator will be regularly exposed to the typical weather of the local ...

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How much do shear operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for shear operator in Texas is $18.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.71 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 Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 53% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,560 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

MRO Purchaser

Shearer's Foods

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Shearer's Foods rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

265th of 438 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Overview
Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading manufacturer of salty snacks, cookies, and crackers. Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private brand salty snacks and second-largest supplier of private brand cookies and crackers.
With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer's has been awarded the food industry's highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.
Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.
At Shearer's Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable-and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.
Responsibilities
MRO Purchaser
The MRO Purchaser position is responsible for planning and executing and procurement and distribution of all maintenance and operating supplies, as well as for sourcing, negotiating, and contracting office and plant services. This position optimizes the use of company assets in the acquisition of assigned materials ensuring quality and continuity of supply while minimizing total cost.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Develops supply and sourcing strategies including requests for information, requests for proposal, and competitive bids
• Leads sourcing initiatives including timelines and deliverables to drive best value and effectively communicate status, work activities, and issues to leadership
• Research cost saving opportunities and presents opportunities to stakeholders
• Develops and manages continuous improvement activities to achieve greater maintenance customer satisfaction
• Develops continuous improvement plans to reduce direct material costs
• Collaborate with maintenance team to evaluate and set min/max stocking levels and inventory reorder points
• Develops strategic supplier relationships
• Negotiates contract prices
• Develop budget estimates and forecasts for MRO supplies
• Manages supplier compliance to agreements within the scope and authority of the position
• Monitors functions and supplier's performance against goals, analyzes and documents results
Performs additional duties as assigned. Supports operations as needed.
Qualifications
  • 3+ years' experience in indirect inventory purchasing (MRO preferred)
  • Experience in Food or CPG manufacturing environments
  • In-depth working knowledge of purchasing process and practices
  • Experience with purchasing using inventory management or CMMS software (Maintenance Connection preferred)

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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