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Shear Operator Job in Jefferson 44047, Ohio US

Shear Operator

Ken Forging Inc - Jefferson, OH 44047

Posted: 10/19/2026 - Expires: 11/18/2026

Job ID: 293543658

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Job Description

Ken Forging Inc

Jefferson, OH

Shear Operator


Duties:

  • Do a cleanup/inspection around assigned shear(s) or saw(s).
  • Pick up banding/debris.
  • Check bar length.
  • Set-up Shears and Saws. Go over set up, making sure nothing has come loose. (Make adjustments if needed), verify counters are working and are at the correct count.
  • Be sure all boxes, racks, end cuts hoppers are tagged appropriately with the correct weights, steel tags are numbered and in order and clean out tubs.
  • Shear or saw steel material.
  • Periodically check shear and saw counter to be at correct count and length.
  • Weigh, Tag, Issue, Record Entry for all sheared material.
  • Operate tow motor and crane to move material from delivery trucks, inventory, shears, saw, hammer and to different areas of the Forge Department.
  • Inspect incoming and processing steel.
  • Unload steel truck and process needed paperwork.
  • Must be able to multi task. Employee is typically cutting different bundles of steel on multiple shears and saws for multiple hammers at the same time.
  • Employees should have the ability to drive stick shift to utilize the flatbed truck with air brakes to transfer steel from different warehouses.
  • May be asked to weld. (Stub Welding and Stick Welding)


Skills:

  • Skilled in using shears, saws, hand tools, cranes, tow motors, flatbed truck sticks shift and other machinery safely within a manufacturing setting.
  • Basic ability to read, write and general math skills while using measuring devices such as measuring tape, gages, micrometers and calipers. Strong computer skills.
  • Familiarity with welding.
  • Reliable and able to multi-task.
  • Prior manufacturing experience and computer skills preferred.


Schedule:

  • Monday through Friday
  • 1st shift
  • Full time 40-48hrs per week


Compensation:

  • $19.60-20.60
  • Full benefits package avialable
  • 100% paid health insurance premium


Background check and drug screen are conditions of employment


To Apply:

1049 Griggs Rd

Jefferson, OH 44047







Contact Information

Mailing Address:
Ken Forging Inc
1049 Griggs Rd
Jefferson, OH 44047
Personal Contact:
Ken Forging Inc
1049 Griggs Rd
Jefferson, OH 44047

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Attained Certificate of equivalency for a HS degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Work Shift:
First
Job Reference Code
N/A
Salary
$19.60 - $20.60 /hour
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
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