Entry-Level Lab Technician

Fisher & Ludlow Div Of Harris Steel Ltd.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

401K and Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Job summary

Nucor Steel West Virginia in Apple Grove, WV, is seeking an Entry-Level Laboratory Technician to join the Technical Services team. The role focuses on learning fundamental lab processes, supporting laboratory operations, sample handling, and basic testing activities across chemical, mechanical, metallography, and process labs.

You will perform tasks safely under supervision, develop skills in sample preparation and data integrity, and contribute to timely, accurate test results that support

Qualifications

• Entry-level laboratory technician position within Technical Services.
• Focus on learning fundamental lab processes and executing tasks safely under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Follow PPE, safety procedures and 5S housekeeping.
• Receive, identify, and track samples from operations.
• Assist in sample preparation (cutting, labeling, staging).
• Support testing across chemical, mechanical, metallography labs.
• Accurately record sample information and results in lab systems.
• Maintain traceability of samples and results; escalate abnormalities.

Skills

Safety culture

PPE procedures

Housekeeping

Sample handling

Data recording

Laboratory safety

Tools

Spectrometer prep

Lab equipment

Job description

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Location: Apple Grove, WV, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

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:

Nucor Steel West Virginia is seeking an Entry-Level Laboratory Technician. The role of theLaboratory Technician 1 is an entry-level position within the Technical Services team responsible for supporting laboratory operations, sample handling, and basic testing activities across chemical, mechanical, metallography, and process labs.This position focuses on learning fundamental lab processes, executing tasks safely under supervision, and supporting accurate and timely test results that enable production and quality decisions. The Lab Tech 1 is expected to develop foundational skills insample preparation, equipment operation, and data integrity, progressing through structured training and qualification milestones.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

Safety & Culture

• Demonstrate commitment to Nucor’s Safety First culture in all activities
• Follow all PPE, LOTOTO, and lab safety procedures
• Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas (5S/housekeeping)
• Communicate unsafe conditions immediately

Laboratory Operations Support

• Receive, identify, and track samples from operations
• Assist in sample preparation (cutting, grinding, labeling, staging)
• Support testing activities under supervision across:
• Chemical lab (sample prep, spectrometer prep)
• Mechanical lab (tensile, hardness prep)
• Metallography / etch lab (basic prep and handling)

Testing & Data Integrity

• Accurately record sample information and results in lab systems
• Follow established ASTM, ISO, and internal procedures for testing
• Maintain traceability of samples and results
• Escalate abnormal or questionable results to higher-level technicians

Equipment & Maintenance Support

• Assist with:
• Routine inspection and cleaning of lab equipment
• Basic preventive maintenance tasks
• Ensuring proper supply levels (consumables, gases, etc.)
• Report equipment issues or irregular performance

The position participates in a rotating schedule that my require hours outside of standard work hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

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:

Preferred Qualifications:

Documented cross training in Met Lab

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace