University Park, IL · On-site
$26/hr
Shear Operator Pay: $26.00/hour Shift: 1st Shift (Monday-Thursday, 10-hour days: 7am-5pm; Fridays 7am-11am, overtime; expect 45-50 hours/week) Location:, University Park, IL 60484 Integrity Trade ...
University Park, IL · On-site
$26/hr
Shear Operator Pay: $26.00/hour Shift: 1st Shift (Monday-Thursday, 10-hour days: 7am-5pm; Fridays 7am-11am, overtime; expect 45-50 hours/week) Location:, University Park, IL 60484 Integrity Trade ...
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$20.95 - $23.80/hr
Responsible for making quality production parts, setting up and operating shearing, blanking, notching, piercing, and metal forming operations on various products and different types of machines.
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$20.95 - $23.80/hr
Responsible for making quality production parts, setting up and operating shearing, blanking, notching, piercing, and metal forming operations on various products and different types of machines.
This position is responsible for operating excavators equipped with hydraulic shear attachments to process ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal. Equipment operated may include Hitachi, Liebherr ...
This position is responsible for operating excavators equipped with hydraulic shear attachments to process ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal. Equipment operated may include Hitachi, Liebherr ...
Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site
$16.75 - $20/hr
The Machine Operator/Fabricator 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 ...
Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site
$16.75 - $20/hr
The Machine Operator/Fabricator 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 ...
Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site
$16.75 - $20/hr
The Machine Operator/Fabricator 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 ...
Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site
$16.75 - $20/hr
The Machine Operator/Fabricator 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 ...
Blue Island, IL · On-site
$20/hr
... Operator for our 2nd shift operations ... This position will primarily operate a shear crane used to process scrap metal but may also be ...
Blue Island, IL · On-site
$20/hr
... Operator for our 2nd shift operations ... This position will primarily operate a shear crane used to process scrap metal but may also be ...
$20 - $23/hr
Machine Operator We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate ... Set up and operate power shears to cut metal objects such as plates, sheets, slabs, billets, or ...
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$20 - $23/hr
Machine Operator We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate ... Set up and operate power shears to cut metal objects such as plates, sheets, slabs, billets, or ...
Portage, IN · On-site
$15.25 - $18.75/hr
Line Operator Req Id: 2674 Workplace Type: On-Site Job Shift: 2nd Brand: Central Steel & Wire Job ... Operates manual shear for sample testing * Identifies non-conforming materials * Performs data ...
Portage, IN · On-site
$15.25 - $18.75/hr
Line Operator Req Id: 2674 Workplace Type: On-Site Job Shift: 2nd Brand: Central Steel & Wire Job ... Operates manual shear for sample testing * Identifies non-conforming materials * Performs data ...
Crystal Lake, IL · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
... punch & shear presses, forklift, Combi Lift and saws. Shifts: 2nd or 3rd Up to 29 hours per week ... maintenance, operating, shut down and lockout tag-out. 7. Use lift truck, pneumatic hand hoist ...
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Crystal Lake, IL · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
... punch & shear presses, forklift, Combi Lift and saws. Shifts: 2nd or 3rd Up to 29 hours per week ... maintenance, operating, shut down and lockout tag-out. 7. Use lift truck, pneumatic hand hoist ...
Crystal Lake, IL · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
... punch & shear presses, forklift, Combi Lift and saws. Shifts: 2nd or 3rd Up to 29 hours per week ... maintenance, operating, shut down and lockout tag-out. 7. Use lift truck, pneumatic hand hoist ...
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Crystal Lake, IL · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
... punch & shear presses, forklift, Combi Lift and saws. Shifts: 2nd or 3rd Up to 29 hours per week ... maintenance, operating, shut down and lockout tag-out. 7. Use lift truck, pneumatic hand hoist ...
Cedar Lake, IN · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
Cedar Lake, IN · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
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$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
Cedar Lake, IN · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
Cedar Lake, IN · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
The production operators are responsible for operating his/her line, safely and efficiently. They ... shears, cut off saw, and other equipment as applicable. Ensure that all orders are processed and ...
The production operators are responsible for operating his/her line, safely and efficiently. They ... shears, cut off saw, and other equipment as applicable. Ensure that all orders are processed and ...
Cedar Lake, IN · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
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Cedar Lake, IN · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
East Chicago, IN · On-site
$18.20/hr
The production operators are responsible for operating his/her line, safely and efficiently. They ... shears, cut off saw, and other equipment as applicable. Ensure that all orders are processed and ...
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East Chicago, IN · On-site
$18.20/hr
The production operators are responsible for operating his/her line, safely and efficiently. They ... shears, cut off saw, and other equipment as applicable. Ensure that all orders are processed and ...
Cedar Lake, IN · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
Cedar Lake, IN · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. * Perform ... Work Environment Utility Operator * This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled ...
Lincolnwood, IL · On-site
$17 - $20.25/hr
... shears, and drill presses in order to cut, file, fit, punch, ream, rivet, form, and/or assemble ... Press Operator, Machine Operator, Maker/Packer. We are looking for a skilled Machine Operator to ...
Lincolnwood, IL · On-site
$17 - $20.25/hr
... shears, and drill presses in order to cut, file, fit, punch, ream, rivet, form, and/or assemble ... Press Operator, Machine Operator, Maker/Packer. We are looking for a skilled Machine Operator to ...
East Chicago, IN · On-site
$18.20/hr
The production operators are responsible for operating his/her line, safely and efficiently. They ... brake, shears, cut off saw, and other equipment as applicable. • Ensure that all orders are ...
East Chicago, IN · On-site
$18.20/hr
The production operators are responsible for operating his/her line, safely and efficiently. They ... brake, shears, cut off saw, and other equipment as applicable. • Ensure that all orders are ...
$17 - $20.25/hr
... shears, and drill presses in order to cut, file, fit, punch, ream, rivet, form, and/or assemble ... Press Operator, Machine Operator, Maker/Packer. We are looking for a skilled Machine Operator to ...
$17 - $20.25/hr
... shears, and drill presses in order to cut, file, fit, punch, ream, rivet, form, and/or assemble ... Press Operator, Machine Operator, Maker/Packer. We are looking for a skilled Machine Operator to ...
$14.13 - $15.25
12% of jobs
$15.25 - $16.38
5% of jobs
$16.38 - $17.51
4% of jobs
$17.83 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.51 - $18.63
13% of jobs
The median wage is $19.76 / hr.
$18.63 - $19.76
16% of jobs
$19.76 - $20.88
19% of jobs
$21.36 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$20.88 - $22.01
14% of jobs
$22.01 - $23.14
10% of jobs
$23.14 - $24.26
5% of jobs
$24.26 - $25.39
1% of jobs
$25.39 - $26.52
1% of jobs
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$26
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.
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.
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.
$26/hr
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