Rollform Operator

Job Details

Location:

El Paso, IL, United States

Division:
American Buildings Company – IL

Other Available Locations: N/A

Average annual salary: $90,000

Hourly compensation: $14.35 - $17.13 before bonuses; $36 - $43 with weekly and annual bonuses and profit sharing.

Profit sharing: 20% of eligible earnings (5‑year average).

• Work from schedules, work orders, prints, and verbal or written instructions to complete assigned tasks.
• Select the proper gauge and color of material for production.
• Set up equipment to achieve required lengths and quantities.
• Change dies as needed.
• Bundle orders for shipment using appropriate skids and material‑handling equipment.
• Inspect equipment and perform minor repairs as necessary.
• Assist Maintenance Personnel with major repairs in the assigned area.
• Apply operational knowledge to minimize downtime and maintain safety, quality, and production standards.
• Identify and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, or unusual conditions to leadership.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment.
• Follow all safety rules, regulations, and quality standards.
• Perform preventive maintenance and monitor stock supplies, notifying leadership when materials run low or out of stock.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Working knowledge of C & Z roll forming operations, including setup, changeover, and continuous production.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, cut sheets, job travelers, and hole/punch patterns.
• Experience operating or assisting with hydraulic or servo punch presses, flying punches, or pre‑punch systems.
• Understanding of material gauges, coil types (GALV, RED, GREY, painted), and tolerances.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting of roll form equipment (misfeeds, tracking issues, punch alignment).
• Strong focus on quality control, including verifying hole locations, profile dimensions, and finished part accuracy.
• Knowledge of safety requirements around coil handling, pinch points, lockout/tagout, and machine guarding.
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, or coil handling equipment (or willingness to be trained).
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, team‑based production environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ownership, and accountability for completed work.
• Basic computer or HMI experience for line controls, job entry, or production tracking.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift in a manufacturing environment and work extended shifts as required.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and good housekeeping.
• Strong history of prioritizing quality.
• Proven self‑motivation with a strong sense of urgency, ownership, and accountability.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness to support the team, assist where needed, and contribute as a valued department, division, and Nucor teammate.
• Commitment to serving internal and external customers.

• Previous experience of Bradbury, AMS, or similar C & Z roll forming equipment.
• Familiarity with continuous coil feed systems and automated cutoff operations.
• Experience with preventive maintenance checks and assisting maintenance during breakdowns.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.

• Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to Nucor’s core values of Safety, Integrity, Ownership, Teamwork, and Continuous Improvement.
• Consistently adheres to all safety rules, procedures, and best practices, including proper use of PPE, safe equipment operation, and hazard recognition.
• Actively participates in safety initiatives such as audits, JSA reviews, pre‑task planning, and corrective actions.
• Takes ownership of personal safety and the safety of teammates by speaking up, stopping unsafe work, and reporting hazards or near misses immediately.
• Models a positive, team‑oriented attitude and supports a culture where teammates look out for one another.
• Demonstrates a customer‑focused mindset by ensuring product quality, reliability, and service align with Nucor’s standards.
• Shows accountability in day‑to‑day performance, including punctuality, work ethic, communication, and follow‑through.
• Supports continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance safety, quality, and production processes.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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