About this role
Job Details
Division: American Buildings Company - IL
Location: El Paso, IL, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Teammates in this position have averaged $90,000 annually.
Bonus Type: This position is eligible for weekly and annual bonuses.
All Nucor teammates qualify for profit sharing.
Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Percentage (5 year average) = 20% of eligible earnings
Compensation for this position has been averaging $14.35 - $17.13 /hour before our bonus structure.
Basic Job Functions:
- Safely operate Panel, Perlin, Trim Department roll forming equipment to produce trim components that meet job specifications, quality standards, and production schedules.
- Review schedules, work orders, trim drawings, part details, and verbal or written instructions to determine required material, profile, length, quantity, color, and gauge.
- Select, verify, and stage the correct coil or flat stock material for production, including confirming color, gauge, width, finish, and material condition before running parts.
- Set up roll form equipment, tooling, dies, stops, lengths, and quantities to accurately produce trim parts and stock blanks.
- Perform tooling changes and machine adjustments as needed to run different trim profiles, shapes, gauges, and lengths.
- Inspect first-piece and in-process parts for proper length, profile, angle, color, gauge, finish, scratches, coating defects, and overall conformance to quality requirements.
- Use measuring tools such as tape measures, micrometers, calipers, protractors, and gauges to verify part accuracy.
- Batch like parts, colors, gauges, and profiles when possible, to improve material usage, reduce changeover time, and support efficient workflow through the Trim Department.
- Bundle, label, stage, and move completed trim parts safely using appropriate skids, carts, forklifts, overhead cranes, or other approved material-handling equipment.
- Enter or verify required production, inventory, material usage, and quality information in the appropriate system or paperwork.
- Monitor equipment operation throughout the shift and identify abnormal conditions, machine issues, defective material, tooling concerns, or quality problems.
- Perform pre-shift equipment checks, basic preventive maintenance, lubrication, housekeeping, and minor adjustments to keep the work area safe, clean, organized, and production ready.
- Communicate effectively with teammates, Group Leads, Maintenance, Quality, Shipping, Receiving, and Leadership to support schedule commitments, product flow, and continuous improvement.
- Assist with troubleshooting, changeovers, material movement, stock replenishment, and other Trim Department needs as required.
- Follow all Nucor and American Buildings Company safety policies, procedures, PPE requirements, quality standards, and housekeeping expectations at all times.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the team and business needs.
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 Requirements:
- Must be willing and able to work safely in a manufacturing environment and follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Must be able to read and understand production schedules, work orders, part details, drawings, and written instructions.
- Must be able to accurately use tape measures and basic measuring tools.
- Must be able to perform basic math, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and working with fractions and decimals.
- Must be able to identify material by color, gauge, width, length, finish, and job requirements.
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
- Must be able to safely lift and handle materials within company guidelines and request assistance or mechanical lifting support when needed.
- Must be able to work scheduled shifts, overtime, weekends, or flexible hours as business needs require.
- Must demonstrate reliable attendance, strong communication, teamwork, accountability, and a willingness to learn.
Preferences:
- Previous experience operating roll forming, trim, press brake, shear, slitter, or other metal fabrication equipment.
- Previous manufacturing, metal building systems, steel fabrication, or construction-related experience.
- Experience reading trim drawings, blueprints, part details, or production specifications.
- Experience performing machine setups, tooling changes, equipment adjustments, or basic troubleshooting.
- Forklift, overhead crane, or material-handling experience.
- Experience entering production, inventory, or material information into a computer system.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, housekeeping, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Nucor Culture & Safety Requirements
- 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.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace