Lab Technician - NSSEA

Fisher & Ludlow Div Of Harris Steel Ltd.; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Pay-for-performance bonuses

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Scholarships

Job summary

Nucor is seeking a Met Lab Technician to safely operate lab equipment (saw, grinder, CNC mill, tensile tester) and prepare samples according to testing plans. You will maintain calibration of lab instruments, assist teammates, and ensure data is accurately entered into the system while upholding strict safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 year associate degree or college degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience with quality inspections and measurement tools.
• Familiarity with ASTM steel standards and testing methods.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate machines and perform tests as per plans.
• Gather, organize, record, prepare and test samples.
• Maintain calibration of test and measurement equipment as required.
• Perform maintenance tasks on area equipment.
• Provide support to team members in the Met Lab area.
• Enter data into the computer system accurately.
• Participate in training and development programs.
• Learn duties of chemistry and tensile lab positions and fill in as needed.

Skills

Quality inspections

ASTM steel standards

OES

Mechanical ability

Software proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 year associate degree or college degree in a related field

Tools

Micrometers

Dial calipers

OES equipment

Job description

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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.

Compensation Data

This role is eligible for overtime and the Nucor Steel Return on Assets (ROA) bonus. This annual bonus is based on the financial performance of the division.
Nucor Steel Seattle Return on Assets bonus average over the last 5 years: 27.29%

Profit Sharing:
This position is eligible for comprehensive Nucor benefits including annual bonuses, tuition assistance, employee stock purchase program discount and match, 401(k) match, service awards, paid time off, and profit sharing.

Profit sharing percentage = 15.29% (10 year average)

Basic Job Functions:

The responsibilities of the Met Lab Tech include but are not limited to:

• Safely operating machines (saw, grinder, Impact Machine, CNC mill, bend test, etching acid bath, and Tensile Machine)
• Gathering, organizing, recording, preparing and testing all samples as specified by the testing plans and other testing procedures in a timely and accurate manner
• Assisting the team in maintaining test and measurement equipment within calibration as required by company policies and/or specifications referenced in customer orders
• Safely performing maintenance tasks related to the area equipment
• Providing support to other team members in the Met Lab area
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area; entering data into computer system
• Participating in all training and developmental programs
• Learning the duties of the chemistry and tensil lab positions and filling in as needed

Nucor teammates are expected to participate in and promote an atmosphere of cooperation and team work.

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:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• The ability to lift 50 lbs to a height of 42" on a daily basis
• Willingness and ability to work 12-hr rotating shifts incl. nights, weekends and holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 year associate degree or college degree in a related field
• Experience with quality inspections including micrometers and dial calipers
• Experience with ASTM steel standards and testing methods
• Mechanical ability and software proficiency
• Experience with OES (Optical Emission Spectroscopy)

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace