Brake​/Shear Machine Operator; Miscellaneous

Brake/Shear Machine Operator

Our company is looking for an experienced Brake & Shear Machine Operator in our Newington, CT Miscellaneous Department.

Under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager, the employee will be responsible for operating one or several types of power fabrication machines, as well as performing preventative maintenance to these pieces of equipment in addition to other duties. These items include but are not limited to:

• Read and interpret drawings, and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand.
• De-bur and grind metal as necessary to achieve proper surface texture per job specifications.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the brake and shear department.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, sketches, and work orders.
• Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
• Assist with repair and maintain equipment, making emergency adjustments or assisting with major repairs as necessary.
• Keep records of material or equipment usage or problems encountered.
• Operate forklifts and cranes to move material.
• Clean and lubricate machines per manufacturer's specifications.
• Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Machine Operator

Required Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass a Welding and Fit-Up test
• Ability to speak, read and write in English
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation
• Physically capable of lifting/pushing/pulling 70 pounds unassisted
• Physically capable of bending/twisting as well as standing for long periods of time
• Able to work well with minimal supervision as well as with other technicians
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures
• Self-motivated, detail oriented and has a positive attitude

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (based on skill set)
• Health Insurance (includes annual vision exam)
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match / Profit Sharing
• 1st Shift Monday – Friday (additional overtime as required)
• Full Time Position
• Vacation / Holidays / Earned Days / Birthdays

Shepard Steel is a structural steel and miscellaneous metals fabrication company that has been an integral part of the Connecticut construction landscape for over 65 years. With a staff of approximately 100 talented professionals, we are carrying out the company's proud tradition of meeting the structural and miscellaneous steel requirements of customers throughout all Southern New England and Eastern New York State.

We fabricate approximately 12,000 tons of steel annually and have invested heavily in state-of-the-art fabrication equipment in recent years.

SHEPARD STEEL IS AN Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer