Rebar Fabricator 1

Nucor Corporation; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Nucor Corporation in Lexington, NC is seeking a production associate for reinforcing steel fabrication. Responsibilities include bending, cutting, loading bars, operating machines, and working with a mentor to learn safety and process adherence.

You'll join a safety‑driven team with competitive wages, paid training, overtime opportunities, and a full benefits package including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Able to read and comprehend basic safety and operational instructions.
• Able to perform basic math for accurate bar measurements.

Responsibilities

• Unload trailers and store material.
• Operate a shearing machine or power saw to cut reinforcing steel bars and bend bars.
• Operate overhead crane to move, assemble and select material for fabrication or shipment.
• Assemble and load orders onto trailers for shipping.
• Operate a spray gun for epoxy touch up on reinforcing bars.
• Maintain the shop or designated area in a clean and safe manner.

Skills

Basic math for bar measurements

Safety compliance

Read safety and operational instr.

Teamwork

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Shearing machine operation

Power saw operation

Job description

Job Details Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication Southeast Location: Lexington, NC, United States Other Available Locations: N/A 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: 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.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages with performance-based increases possible at 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year
• Production bonus program
• Paid training while working alongside an experienced mentor
• A chance to grow your career with a stable company owned by Nucor, North America's largest steel producer
• A full benefits package, including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; Long-Term Disability; Life Insurance; 3 weeks' Vacation; 10 paid Holidays; 401K with company match; Nucor Profit Share program; Nucor stock purchase program; College Tuition Reimbursement for you and your spouse, and a College Tuition Scholarship Program for children of employees

What You'll DoBend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders. You'll work with a mentor who will train you on safely using all machinery.

Your Responsibilities

• Unload trailers and store material in storage bins.
• Operate a shearing machine or a power saw to cut reinforcing steel bars to specific lengths, and 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.
• Assemble and load orders onto trailers for shipping.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
• Must be age 18 or over
• Able to read and comprehend basic safety and operational instructions
• Able to perform basic math for accurate bar measurements
• Must have supervisor's approval for job bid process

Preferred Qualifications

• Due to the operating conditions of the position, this is a safety-sensitive position
• Production positions in our fabrication shops require moderate to heavy lifting and can be physically demanding
• Must be willing to work overtime when required
• Working conditions can be noisy/dusty/hot/cold

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplaceNearest Major Market: Greensboro