Production Operator

Production Operator at Nucor Rebar Fabrication

Location: Bourbonnais, IL, United States

Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication Midwest

Short

Description:

Bend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer’s orders. Must pass hair follicle drug screen.

Average annual earnings potential: $60,000+

Benefits: 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:

• Must adhere to Nucor's safety programs and standards.
• Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor’s vision and values.
• Unload trailers and store material in storage bins.
• Operate a shearing machine to cut reinforcing steel bars to specific lengths.
• Operate 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.
• Operate Fabmatic machine that cuts and bends reinforcing steel bars to specified shapes.
• Assemble and load orders onto trailers for shipping.
• Operate power saw for cutting reinforcing steel bars to specified lengths.
• 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.
• Assist other employees in any of the above tasks.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or local/state equivalent.

Preferences:

• Experience operating a Class V (internal combustion, pneumatic tire) forklift is preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Some heavy lifting may be necessary.
• Working conditions can be noisy, dusty, hot, or cold.

Special Demands:

• Due to the operating conditions of the position, this is a safety‑sensitive position.
• Must be able to work overtime when required.
• Must be able to work any shift.

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

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction