NTSAL Automation Operator

Nucor Corporation; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucor Towers & Structures Inc, part of Nucor, is seeking an Automation Operator in Decatur, AL. The role focuses on loading, operating, and maintaining robotic plasma and weld cells, while using forklifts and overhead cranes as needed.

The ideal candidate has welding and robotic welding experience, reads drawings, and is willing to work flexible shifts including nights or weekends. Safety and quality are emphasized in this hands-on manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience reading drawings, prints, and weld standards.
• 6 months of welding experience.
• 1 year of robotic welding experience.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights/weekends if required.

Responsibilities

• Load, operate, and maintain robotic plasma and weld cells.
• Operate crane, forklift, and other heavy equipment.
• Run robotic cells per production schedules and SOPs.
• Load raw materials and components into fixtures or machines.
• Monitor plasma and weld quality; perform basic inspections.
• Troubleshoot and adjust equipment for proper operation.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Document production data and report issues to supervisors.

Skills

Reading drawings

Welding experience

Robotic welding

Flexible shifts

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane experience

Job description

Job Details

Division: Nucor Towers & Structures Inc

Location: Decatur, AL, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Expand Beyond with Nucor

Nucor Towers and Structures (NTS) is a new entity within Nucor, the largest recycler and largest manufacturer of steel and steel products in North America, focused on the execution of our strategy to “Expand Beyond” our core business. As a part of Nucor’s New Markets product group, NTS is focused on the exciting growth potential in the power distribution market.

Why Nucor?

With a firm commitment to our teammates, strong benefits, and performance incentives, it’s easy to see why Nucor is named one of America’s best employers and ranked as the #1 employer in its industry by Fortune Magazine. For more information on our benefits go to Nucor.com/benefits.

We work together to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment. While delivering the highest quality products and service for our customers, we lead the steel industry in environmental responsibility. Joining our team means working with people who have your back and are invested in helping you build a strong future. You will never stop learning at Nucor – and when you are ready to take the next step in your career, we’re ready too.

Basic Job Functions:

Nucor Towers & Structures Inc, a division of Nucor, the nation's largest recycler and largest manufacturer of steel and steel products, is seeking a qualified applicant for the position of Automation Operator at our business unit located in Alabama. Specific job responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

- Load, operate, and maintain robotic plasma and weld cells

- Operate crane, forklift, and other heavy equipment

- Operate robotic cells according to production schedules and standard operating procedures

- Load raw materials and components into fixtures or machines

- Monitor plasma and weld quality and perform basic visual and dimensional inspections

- Perform basic troubleshooting and adjustments to ensure proper operation

- Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area

- Document production data and report issues to supervisors or maintenance

- Assist with changeovers, setups, and basic preventative maintenance

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 Requirements:

- Experience reading drawings, prints, and weld standards

- 6 months of welding experience

- 1 year of robotic welding experience

- Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights or weekends, if required

Preferences:

- Manufacturing, forklift, and overhead crane experience

- MIG flux core welding experience

- ABB robotics experience

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