Production Operator - Steel Fab, Growth & Benefits

Nucor Corporation; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Scholarships

Job summary

Nucor Rebar Fabrication Midwest in Newton, IA is hiring for operations roles focused on loading, cutting, bending and shipping reinforcing steel bars. You will operate shearing, bending, Fabmatic and power saw equipment, and assist in keeping the shop clean and safe.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork and adherence to Nucor’s standards while supporting efficient production and material handling in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• High school diploma, GED or local/state equivalent.
• Basic math skills to calculate bar measurements.

Responsibilities

• Unload trailers and store material in storage bins.
• Operate a shearing machine to cut reinforcing steel bars to specific lengths.
• Operate a bending machine to bend reinforcing steel bars to specified shape.
• Operate overhead crane to move, assemble and select material to be fabricated or shipped.
• Operate Fabmatic machine that cuts and bends reinforcing steel bars to specified shapes.
• Assemble and load orders onto trailers for shipping.
• Operate power saw for cutting reinforcing steel bars to specified lengths.
• Operate a spray gun in the application of epoxy touch up or reinforcing steel bars.
• Maintain the shop or designated area in a clean and safe manner.
• Assist other employees in any of the above tasks.
• Other tasks as required by Supervisor.
• Safety is a core priority, with adherence to safety policies at all times.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Nucor Rebar Fabrication Midwest in Newton, IA is hiring for operations roles focused on loading, cutting, bending and shipping reinforcing steel bars. You will operate shearing, bending, Fabmatic and power saw equipment, and assist in keeping the shop clean and safe.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork and adherence to Nucor’s standards while supporting efficient production and material handling in a fast-paced environment.