Machine Operator

Nucor Corporation; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Job summary

Nucor Corporation, located in Lewisville, TX, seeks a Chemical Operator to maintain the chemical process for polyurethane foam in company products. Responsibilities include batch prep, monitoring operations, quality testing, and reporting findings to leadership.

Minimum experience is 6 months in production/manufacturing; candidates should be proficient with Excel and be able to operate and troubleshoot equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency on the production floor.

Qualifications

• 6 month experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Machine setup, operation, and process troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Microsoft products, specifically Excel.

Responsibilities

• Operate polyurethane foam production lines and monitor process parameters.
• Receive chemicals, prepare batches per SOPs, and document quality tests.
• Coordinate with Quality Control and report nonconforming results to leadership.

Skills

Production experience

Machine operation

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Power BI

D365

Job description

Job Details

Division: NIPG Southeast

Location: Lewisville, TX, United States

Other Available Locations: any Nucor location

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:

The operator will maintain the chemical process of polyurethane foam into company products. Main responsibilities include receiving chemicals, preparing batches according to SOPs, monitoring chemical processes and operating conditions, conducting and documenting quality tests, coordinating with Quality Control, and reporting nonconforming results to leadership.

• Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate theability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
• Work from production orders, records, and work instructions.
• Utilize MTS, Power BI, Excel, and Outlook to schedule activities, track information, maintain inventory records, and verify quality test results.
• Support foam station operations by disassembling, cleaning, assembling, and inspecting valve and nozzle components on generating hoses. Set operation parameters and operate the lance system.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance activities, including checking fluid levels, lubricating equipment, and cleaning machinery.
• Maintain familiarity with SDSs, operating procedures, emergency response requirements, and Management ofChange (MOC) processes.
• Assist with calibration programs, internal audits, customer audits, and third-party audits.
• Collaborate with other departments to secure chemical supplies, tools, and materials necessary to meet production forecasts and operational requirements.
• Notify the team leader or supervisor of unusual equipment conditions, operational issues, and significant changes in chemical inventory levels.
• Assist with foaming operations on production lines to maintain workflow efficiency and respond to emergency production needs.
• Support Quality Technicians and Sample Technicians as needed.
• Train and educate production teammates on foam quality standards, foam integrity requirements, and the responsibilities of the Chemical Operator role.
• Stopwatch, tape measure, saw machine, hand tools, compressor, blending tank, transfer pumps and calculator.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6 month experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Machine setup, operation, and process troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Microsoft products, specifically Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Use and understanding of PowerBI and D365
• Quality assurance experience
• Familiar with Process Safety Management (PSM).

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace