Physical Lab Tech

Fisher & Ludlow Div Of Harris Steel Ltd.; Bourbonnais (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug-free workplace

Job summary

Nucor Steel Kankakee is seeking a Physical Lab Technician to run the Roll Mill lab, ensure products meet dimensional, surface, and mechanical specs, and assist with sampling and data recording throughout the shift.

The ideal candidate will have basic Microsoft and in-house software familiarity, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and at least 2 years of quality inspection experience. Nucor emphasizes safety, teamwork, and career stability.

Qualifications

• 2 years previous experience with quality inspection

Job description

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[Houry Rate/Salary Range]: $33.09 - $34.74 per hour

Incumbents of the Physical Lab Technician position have averaged $94,000/year (this figure does include bonuses)

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 Kankakee is seeking a leader committed to taking care of our customers. The successful candidate will be a safety-minded, goal-oriented, cost and quality-driven applicant.

The Physical Lab Technician will develop the necessary knowledge and skillset to run the Roll Mill lab. The Physical Lab Technician is responsible for ensuring the products being produced conform to all applicable requirements, including but not limited to dimensional, surface, and mechanical property requirements. The Physical Lab Technician will also be responsible for helping production maintain proper bar requirements by gathering and measuring samples throughout the shift, including assisting Shipping in sample collection, as necessary. The Physical Lab Technician will be familiar and assist either Roll Mill lab, as needed. The successful candidate will be expected to have basic Microsoft and in-house software familiarity, as well as take personal responsibility for the accurate entry of all data relevant to testing software and mill product check records. Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, and/or pull materials weighing 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years previous experience with quality inspection

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 months previous experience in a steelmaking/heavy industrial environment

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace