Mid-Level Lab Technician: Mechanical Testing & Data

Nucor Corporation; Apple Grove (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Nucor Steel West Virginia LLC in Apple Grove, WV, is seeking an Intermediate Laboratory Technician within the Technical Services team. The role focuses on independently collecting, preparing, and testing samples in the Central Lab, and performing mechanical tests such as tensile and hardness per established procedures.

You will verify sample integrity, ensure data traceability to UMS/MIPs, and support Lab Tech 1 teammates through coaching and training, with a rotating schedule that may include

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in chemistry, material science, or related field.
• Minimum of one year performing preparation and mechanical testing or related lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently collect, prepare, and test samples in the Central Lab.
• Perform mechanical testing including tensile, hardness, Charpy per procedures.
• Ensure test data is complete, traceable, and transferred to UMS/MIPs.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and assist Lab Tech 1 teammates as needed.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Sample preparation

Mechanical testing

Education

Four-year degree in chemistry, material science, or related field

Job description

Nucor Steel West Virginia LLC in Apple Grove, WV, is seeking an Intermediate Laboratory Technician within the Technical Services team. The role focuses on independently collecting, preparing, and testing samples in the Central Lab, and performing mechanical tests such as tensile and hardness per established procedures.

You will verify sample integrity, ensure data traceability to UMS/MIPs, and support Lab Tech 1 teammates through coaching and training, with a rotating schedule that may include