**Job Title: Shear Operator** **Job Description** The Shear Machine Operator will be responsible for operating shear machines to cut materials according to blueprints, drawings, and written instructions. This role requires precision, adherence to quality standards, and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. **Responsibilities** + Follow blueprints, drawings, and written instructions to accurately measure and cut pieces using a shear machine. + Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. + Perform routine maintenance on shear machines, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn parts. + Monitor the production process, making necessary adjustments to maintain quality and accuracy. + Collaborate with the production team to prioritize and schedule work orders. + Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following safety procedures and regulations. + Troubleshoot and resolve minor machine malfunctions and production issues. + Keep accurate records of production data and work performed. + Adhere to quality control standards and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency in using a tape measure. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints. + Experience with shear and saw operation. + Machine operating skills. + Fabrication skills. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Strong shop math skills. **Why Work Here?** Health benefits premiums are 100% covered for employee-only, and extremely affordable for the entire family. Competitive pay and incentive compensation program. Competitive benefits available 60 days after the date of hire. Parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents. Paid Time Off and 13 paid holidays. Paid uniforms. Co-workers' average tenure is 16 years! **Work Environment** Shop environment. Climate controlled but can get hot/cold when bay doors are open. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fenton, Missouri. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 1, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.