Structural Machine Operator

Nucor; El Paso (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading steel manufacturer where your contributions will shape the future of the industry. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge machinery in a supportive environment that prioritizes safety and teamwork. As part of a vibrant culture, you'll engage in meaningful work while enjoying competitive pay and benefits, including profit sharing. If you're passionate about innovation and committed to excellence, this is your chance to build a rewarding career with a company that values your input and growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K and Roth Accounts

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Profit Sharing

Performance Bonuses

Stock Program

Qualifications

• Must know how to read and use a tape measure.
• Production/Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machines in the structural department.
• Maintain safety and quality standards at all times.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inventory tracking.

Skills

CNC Operation

Machine Operation

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Tape Measure

Overhead Crane

Forklift

Job description

Job Details

Division: American Buildings Company - IL

Location: El Paso, IL, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Teammates in this position have averaged $65,000 annually .

All Nucor teammates also qualify for profit sharing.

Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Percentage (5 year average) = 20% of eligible earnings

Compensation for this position is: $13.87-$16.55/Hour plus an additional production bonus paid weekly.

Teammates in this role have averaged $22-$32/hour with our bonus structure

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:

American Buildings Company - Illinois, a Nucor Company is seeking qualified applicants for the position of machine operator. We are hiring for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts on various machines. The successful candidate must be able to perform the following: but not limited to:

• Operational knowledge of machines and process in the structural department such as but not limited to shear, auto beam welder, plate line, flange lines, tack station, small parts, CNC plasma, paint line, welding, crane and mobile equipment operation)
• A commitment to go where the help is needed with a positive attitude.
• Identify areas for improvement and make timely suggestions to appropriate leadership.
• Learn new machines and processes as needed.
• Operate CNC presses/punches, CNC plasma, and any other equipment as needed on diversified work.
• Work from prints, cutting list, verbal and/or written orders.
• Properly use scale, square, protractor, tape measure and other required tools.
• Maintain necessary records such as but not limited to; preventative maintenance and inventory tracking. Inspect, detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions.
• Move material with overhead cranes, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.as necessary in the performance of duties or as directed.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain quality standards.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

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:

• Must have complete working knowledge and understand of how to read and use a tape measure

Preferred Qualifications:

• Production/Manufacturing experience

About Us:

Nucor Buildings Group (NBG), a proud Nucor product group, is one of North America’s largest and most experienced manufacturers of metal building systems. With multiple locations throughout the United States, NBG is proud to design world-class building solutions tailored to meet the needs of any market including commercial, industrial, agricultural, and institutional. Our brands include American Buildings, CBC Steel Buildings, Kirby Building Systems, and Nucor Building Systems.

NBG offers work/life balance and a variety of benefits and performance incentives. We take pride in connecting teammates to meaningful work and focus heavily on both personal and professional development. Whether your background is in engineering and design, information technology and software development, marketing, or sales, with Nucor Buildings Group you can go as far as your drive and ambition will take you.

Why Nucor:

When you join Nucor, America’s largest steel manufacturer and recycler, you’ll help create a variety of steel products that become so much more, for so many people. And you won’t do it alone. Our supportive culture builds each other up, values family, relationships, and puts safety above anything else. With the freedom to take your ideas to the next level, there’s no end to what you can achieve. This is your chance to build a lifelong career, give back to your community, make the world a better place – and BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER.

Job Security – Benefits – Bonus Programs

With performance-based compensation, profit sharing, and a no-layoff practice, we take care of our teammates who design, engineer, fabricate, and support the products that define our company.

Join us in driving success and shaping the future of our division. Apply now and become an integral part of our team!

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Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace