Hybrid Shear & Brake Press Operator (Portland (OR), US) bei Sulzer

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Shear & Brake Press Operator - Full Time - Portland (OR), United States

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. 

Your main tasks and responsibilities:  

• Perform daily Inspections and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment and Shear Maintenance as per Schedule.
• Shear and trim sheet steel and plate according to written or verbal instructions, sketches, blueprints etc.
• Operate the shear machine and adjust the backstop controls in a safe manner.
• Measure dimensions of work piece, using measuring tape, gauge, template, or ruler and square, for conformance to specifications.
• Lift work piece manually, by forklift or by overhead crane, positions and secures against guides and stops.
• Maintains a clean work area, including his equipment, work supplies and materials
• Complies with Federal, State, and local occupational safety, environmental, health and Safety regulations including machine safety with all safety precautions recommended by Machine manufacturers.
• Adhere to Sulzer safety standards of facility and actively participate in the company’s Safe Behavioral Program & Take 5.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

To succeed in this role, you will need: 

• Required: 2-3 years’ experience in use of hydraulic shears Operation or comparable experience in other fields
• Desired: 
  • High School Degree or GED
  • Basic math skills and functional literacy in reading, writing and calculation is required         
  • Ability to set-up and run machinery without supervision
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • Forklift or Crane license considered an asset
  • Ability to check and measure parts to ensure accuracy and precision. (Standard tape measure, Vernier, and micrometer)
  • Ability to read and interpret production and sales orders
  • Experience in safe use, storage and disposal of Metallic sheets, cleaning products etc.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations pertaining to occupational safety, health, and air pollution control.
• Experienced in using power and hand tools
• Meticulous and detail oriented
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted

What we offer you: 

• Competitive Paid Time Off (3 weeks to start)
• 12 Company Paid Holidays per year
• Annual Bonus Program
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability, Company Paid Life Insurance
• 6% 401K or Roth Company Match with Immediate Vesting
• Company Paid Retirement Security Contributions following 1 year of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• Quarterly Gym Reimbursement

Do you have a question about the role? 
 

Reach out to Kerry Wilt at [email protected] or Hiring Manager – Jonathan Voeltner. Our team is looking forward hearing from you! 

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. 

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA. 

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