Steel Lab Mechanical Tester - Precision & Data

Nucor Corporation; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing

Bonuses (pay-for-performance)

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Scholarships

Job summary

Nucor Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Tester in Fontana, CA, to prepare specimens and perform mechanical testing on steel products to support qualification, process control, certification, and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, testing per ASTM standards, data entry, and ensuring traceability of results. Emphasis is placed on safety, accuracy, and timely reporting in a collaborative lab setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, laboratory, machine shop, or related technical environment.
• Basic computer proficiency and data entry skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to lift/move/push/pull up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens from mill operations and cut tests at the mill shear.
• Perform mechanical testing per ASTM standards and product requirements.
• Maintain records and data in laboratory/production systems.
• Support safety policies and housekeeping standards in all tasks.
• Utilize cutting, grinding, and machining equipment as needed for test specimens.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Data entry

Basic math

PPE safety awareness

Physical lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC

Micrometers

Surface grinders

Job description

Nucor Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Tester in Fontana, CA, to prepare specimens and perform mechanical testing on steel products to support qualification, process control, certification, and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, testing per ASTM standards, data entry, and ensuring traceability of results. Emphasis is placed on safety, accuracy, and timely reporting in a collaborative lab setting.