El Paso, Illinois, United States On-site Employment USD 52,000 - 76,960 Hourly

Nucor is hiring a Structural Fabricator

About the Role

Nucor is seeking a Structural Fabricator to join the American Buildings Company - IL division in El Paso, IL. In this role, you will perform fit up, tacking, and welding operations on structural assemblies, operating overhead cranes and following stringent safety protocols to maintain our high quality standards.

What You'll Do

  • Perform various fit up, tacking, and welding operations on a variety of structural assemblies.
  • Weld according to all weld standards and procedures.
  • Add stiffeners, brackets, and face plates using prints for location prior to finish welding.
  • Use clamps, jigs, tape, square, arc air gouger, cutting torch, and plasma as required, applying procedures and judgment to prevent warping and misalignment.
  • Operate overhead cranes.
  • Maintain required records and documentation.
  • Inspect, detect, and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to leadership.
  • Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain quality standards.
  • Demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

What We're Looking For

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must pass AWS welding and Canadian certification.
  • Ability to read a tape measure, square, and blueprint readings.
  • Minimum 1 year of fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to work 10-12 hour shifts.

Nice to Have

  • Ability to read and understand weld symbols.
  • Experience using an arc gouger.
  • Previous crane certification.
  • Previous experience in material handling.
  • Welding background with operational understanding of standard welding practices.
  • Trained and confident in overhead crane use.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Compensation: $25-$37/hour.
  • All teammates qualify for profit sharing; 5-year average annual bonus is 20% of eligible earnings.
  • Comprehensive benefits, job security, and a no-layoff practice.
  • Focus on work/life balance and performance incentives.

Work Mode

This is an onsite position located in El Paso, IL, United States.

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

Required Skills
WeldingBlueprint ReadingFabricationMeasurementManufacturing
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Nucor

North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, known for innovative sustainability practices and is the continent's largest recycler.

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Job Details
Department Skilled Trades - Manufacturing and Industrial
Category other
Posted 14 days ago