Shift Mechanic

Nucor Corporation; St. Joe (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Job summary

Nucor Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in St. Joe, IN to support our Fastener Division. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning plant equipment, working closely with maintenance and production teams.

The position requires a two-year maintenance degree or equivalent experience, welding and mechanical skills, and the ability to operate heavy equipment. A safety-first culture and robust benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Two-year industrial maintenance degree or currently pursuing one.
• Five years of industrial maintenance experience accepted in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot plant equipment.
• Repair, upgrade, install, and commission machinery.
• Support process-improvement projects and provide technical service to operations.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed (forklifts, cranes).

Skills

Safety awareness

Education

Two-year industrial maintenance degree

Tools

Welding (MIG/TIG/ARC)

Industrial electrical

Aerial lifts & cranes

Micrometers & blueprints

CMMS

Job description

Job Details

Division: Nucor Fastener Indiana Location: St. Joe, IN, United States Other Available Locations: N/AWelcome 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.

Pay: Our compensation structure is based on a pay-for-performance. Pay-for-performance means your pay is determined by how much of a product you produce or contribute to making. Average pay is $54 per hour plus our comprehensive benefits package.

Shift: This position will be on a rotating, days continental (7a-7p) or nights continental (7p-7a) schedule. This will be determined by the hiring supervisor at offer time.

Basic Job Functions

The Maintenance Mechanic will work closely with and support our Maintenance and Production Teams. Primary responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, upgrading, installing, and commissioning plant equipment. The position will assist with projects for process improvements and provide technical service and support for operations.Job duties also include performing equipment inspections and repairs, equipment alignments, execution of preventative maintenance measures, pneumatic system troubleshooting, hydraulic system maintenance, motors, pumps and various other mechanical systems for execution of overall improvements to the Fastener Division. Operation and maintenance of heavy equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, and jib cranes will also be necessary. This position will use CMMS to complete work orders, research parts, and to schedule maintenance work.The position will have primary responsibility for a specific area, but need to be willing and able to help in all areas as needed.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two-year industrial maintenance degree (or currently pursuing one) ORfive (5) years of industrial maintenance experience
• Must be willing to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime, weekends, and/or holidays as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding experience: MIG, TIG, ARC, and stainless-steel welding techniques
• Previous Industrial Electrical Experience
• Previous aerial lifts, mobile cranes, overhead cranes, and forklift operation
• Experience using micrometers and other precision measuring tools along with blue print/drawing reading

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Nucor will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future. Candidates must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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

Nearest Major Market: Fort Wayne