Shear Operator B

Summary- Sets up and operates various types and sizes of powered and hand shears to cut sheet metal stock.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Under general supervision, must be able to perform a variety of job duties including, but not limited to:

• Lays out material from template, blueprint or shop order to obtain the maximum utilization of the material.
• Determines the proper sequence of cuts to make parts and to minimize the number of cuts.
• Sets up shears to perform any sheering operation with the capacity of the machine by aligning sheet stock on table or shear arms, setting, fastening, adjusting stops and guides and setting “back gauges” by means of an indicator, template, or by actual measurements.
• Operates shears to perform such typical operations as shearing parts involving several angular cuts to complete each part. Holds parts to exacting tolerances when required.
• Checks finished parts for conformance to specifications using templates and measuring instruments.
• Utilizes call stock as required.
• Determines condition of shear blades as to when they should be turned or sharpened.
• Performs rework, repair, cleaning and other associated operations relating to the work described.
• May set-up and operate similar machinery (saws, shears, etc).
• Follow all Senior policies and procedure.
• Other duties as assigned.

In addition to the above, Operators are to maintain an organized, clean and safe work area using safety standards and expectations while adhering to all quality practices. Senior is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.