CNC Operator - 2nd or Weekend shift

Fisher & Ludlow Div Of Harris Steel Ltd.; Town of Hartford (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Pay-for-performance bonuses

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Job summary

Nucor in Wisconsin is seeking a CNC Operator to set up and run milling machines per BOM and work instructions. The role supports a high-skill, safety-driven manufacturing environment with opportunities for growth.

The position requires moving parts with a forklift, loading programs, inspecting parts, and maintaining quality while meeting production targets. Lifting 50–100 lbs and a 2nd shift or weekend schedule are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 6 months to 5 years related experience or training.
• Able to operate forklifts, cranes and other lifting equipment.
• Able to read/simple instructions and communicate clearly.
• Able to lift 50 lb regularly and 100 lb occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize daily workload to meet production schedule.
• Transport parts with a forklift from racking and staging areas.
• Safely operate a saw to cut parts to size and stage them for CNC milling.
• Load CNC programs and monitor machine operations for quality.
• Inspect parts to ensure conformance; maintain safety standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Independence

Reading & Writing

Math

Problem Solving

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead cranes

Lifting equipment

Job description

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

SUMMARY:

The CNC Operator is responsible for setting up and operating CNC milling machines based on the specifications stated in the bill of materials and work instructions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan and organize daily workload to accommodate production schedule.
• Transport parts from racking and staging area utilizing a forklift.
• Safely operate an Up Cut saw in order to cut parts to sizes.
• Properly mark and stage cut parts on carts used to supply the CNC milling operations.
• Review specification to determine setup procedures, dimensions, and machining sequences required to manufacture parts.
• Load CNC programs into machine consoles by entering preprogrammed machine instructions.
• Observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or questionable conditions.
• Perform detailed inspection of manufactured parts to ensure conformance to specifications while striving to maintain production goals in terms of cycle time, quantity, and quality.
• Mark and stage completed parts for the assembly process.
• Perform routine machine maintenance including cleaning up and lubrication.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to work 2nd shift schedule of Monday - Thursday 3:00pm - 1:30am OR the weekend shift of Friday - Sunday 5:00am - 5:00pm.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Requires operating hand tools, power tools and pneumatic tools, general fabrication tools, and various measuring devices.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and/or other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract two digits numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to squat, kneel and stand frequently.
• This position is exposed to dust/dirt frequently and fumes, vapors and mists occasionally.
• This position is in a manufacturing environment where the noise level is high.

Preferred Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); six months to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other lifting equipment.

Rytec Corporation, a Nucor company, supports its teammates and is proud to offer industry-leading benefits to its teammates. Visit nucor.com/benefits to learn more. These benefits include, but are not limited to:

Profit-Sharing

Ten (10) percent of Nucor's pre-tax earnings are contributed to the Profit-Sharing Plan annually and distributed to all eligible teammates.

A large portion is deposited into your profit-sharing account, and a smaller portion is distributed in cash. Current 6-year average = 19.88% of your eligible earnings. Eligible earnings include regular pay, overtime, and bonus.

• Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus
• 401K program with company match
• Paid maternity & Paternity leave
• Paid time off, ten (10) paid holidays, one (1) personal day
• Short-term disability/sick pay
• Zero-deductible medical & dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Teladoc (free virtual access to medical, dermatology, and mental health professionals)
• No-cost physical therapy & wellness programs
• Nucor stock purchase plan with company match

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace