Quality Technician

Nucor Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Scholarships

Job summary

Nucor Data Systems in Frankfort, KY is seeking a Quality Technician to conduct routine inspections across the production process, verify product quality, and support continuous improvement. The role emphasizes safety, precise measurements, and adherence to blueprints and GD&T.

You will perform daily audits, document results, and collaborate with Production to minimize disruption while maintaining high quality. A team-oriented environment offers strong benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety and quality in all aspects.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, height gauge.
• Understand basic blueprint drawings and GD&T callouts.
• Apply quality standards to manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work with others to get processes back within control.
• Ability to work under pressure in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report FPY results to the supervisor.
• Investigate quality issues and perform RCA to identify corrective actions.
• Conduct daily quality audits across production departments.
• Develop and maintain accurate daily inspection reports and documentation.
• Inspect incoming, in-process, and finished products to verify standards.
• Ensure products meet specifications and customer requirements.
• Identify and report quality defects and nonconformances.
• Suggest improvements to QC processes and methods.
• Document defects and corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Train teammates on inspection practices and corrective actions.
• Partner with Production to perform inspections with minimal disruption.
• Maintain quality records per procedures.
• Support corrective and preventive actions and verify effectiveness.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety

Quality

Teamwork

Pressure tolerance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauge

Job description

Job Details

Division: Nucor Data Systems
Location: Frankfort, KY

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

The Quality Technician is responsible for conducting routine quality inspections throughout the production process, including in-process and final product inspections, to ensure products meet established quality standards and specifications. This position utilizes a variety of precision measuring tools and inspection equipment to verify product dimensions, workmanship, and compliance with applicable requirements. The Quality Technician is also responsible for performing equipment calibrations, workstation audits, and quality checks, identifying discrepancies or nonconforming conditions, and supporting corrective actions to maintain consistent product quality.

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.

Job Description

• Monitor and report daily First Pass Yield (FPY) results to the appropriate Supervisor.
• Investigate quality issues and perform and document Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify causes and corrective actions.
• Conduct daily quality audits across various production departments to ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
• Develop, complete, and maintain accurate daily inspection reports and quality documentation.
• Inspect incoming, in-process, and finished products to verify compliance with established quality and safety standards.
• Ensure products meet company specifications, customer requirements, drawings, and applicable quality standards.
• Identify and promptly report quality defects, nonconformances, and other anomalies to the appropriate Supervisor.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality control processes, inspection methods, and overall product quality.
• Document quality defects, corrective actions, and recurring issues to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Train and provide guidance to teammates regarding identified quality issues, proper inspection practices, and corrective actions.
• Partner with Production to perform required inspections and testing efficiently while minimizing unnecessary disruptions to production.
• Maintain accurate and organized quality records in accordance with company procedures.
• Support corrective and preventive actions and follow up to verify effectiveness, as assigned.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong commitment to Safety and Quality in all aspects.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, height gage, etc.
• Understand basic Blueprint Drawings and GD&T callouts.
• Ability to apply quality standards to manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work with others to get processes back within control.
• Ability to work under pressure in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Graduate/GED or combination of education and experience.
• High-level of visual awareness.
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Possess proficiency with MS Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Relevant Quality experience of 2-3 years.

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

Nearest Major Market: Frankfort