QAL Technician

Nucor Corporation; Darlington (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Bonuses

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Job summary

Nucor Corporation in Darlington, SC is seeking a QAL Technician focused on safe setup, operation, monitoring and testing of quality assurance equipment to ensure material meets specifications.

The role requires a strong safety mindset, attention to detail, and cross-team collaboration. UT/EC Level II certification is preferred; rotating shifts and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating production or analytical equipment.
• UT or EC Level II certification or NDA/NTD experience preferred.
• Setup, calibration, operation, or troubleshooting of analytical and quality testing equipment.
• Knowledge of rolling-induced defects and steel quality requirements.
• Experience with quality management systems like QMOS, QRM, EBS, APEX.

Responsibilities

• Safely set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot QAL production and testing equipment.
• Perform routine material inspections and quality testing per specifications.
• Verify proper setup and accuracy of testing equipment for reliable results.
• Identify and resolve material quality concerns and equipment issues.
• Maintain quality documentation and traceability; conduct routine maintenance and housekeeping.

Skills

Equipment operation

Quality testing

NDT certification

QMOS/QRM

Mechanics

Material inspection

Tools

QMOS

QRM

EBS

APEX

Job description

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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:

We are seeking safety-focused, motivated, and detail-oriented teammates to join our QAL team. The QAL Technician is responsible for the safe setup, operation, monitoring, and routine maintenance of QAL equipment, as well as performing quality inspections and testing to ensure material meets established specifications and customer requirements.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. This position requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, sound problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Safely set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot QAL production and testing equipment.
• Perform routine material inspections and quality testing, including straightness, chemical analysis, magnetism, length, and other applicable specifications.
• Verify proper setup, functionality, and accuracy of testing equipment to ensure reliable results.
• Identify, communicate, and assist in resolving material quality concerns, nonconforming conditions, and equipment-related issues.
• Maintain accurate material identification, traceability, testing results, and quality documentation.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, maintenance activities, and housekeeping to support safe and reliable operations.
• Utilize QMOS, QRM, equipment software, and other applicable systems to support production activities, monitor quality, and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and other departments to support operational goals and resolve issues.
• Identify and contribute to opportunities for continuous improvement in safety, quality, equipment reliability, and operational performance.

Certification and Scheduling Requirements:

The successful candidate will be expected to obtain UT and EC Level II certifications within established training and qualification timelines. The position requires flexibility to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and scheduled or unscheduled overtime, based on operational needs. Periodic travel for training, certification, or other business-related activities may also be required.

Safety is an important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead and uphold safety practices, policies, procedures and housekeeping standards to make safety a priority at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience with the operation, monitoring, or troubleshooting of production and/or analytical equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current UT or EC Level II certification or previous experience with nondestructive testing (NDT).
• Experience with the setup, calibration, operation, or troubleshooting of analytical and quality testing equipment.
• Knowledge of rolling-induced defects, material characteristics, and steel quality requirements.
• Experience with QMOS, EBS, APEX, QRM, or other applicable production and quality management systems.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and experience with equipment troubleshooting or routine maintenance.
• Experience with material inspection, quality documentation, traceability, or nonconforming material processes

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace