F.I.P. Operator (D Shift)
Date: Jun 2, 2026
Location: Arthur, IL, US, 61911
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: CHI Overhead Doors
Location: Arthur, IL, United States
Other Available Locations: Illinois
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:
FIP Line Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of automated equipment used in the production of foam-injected C.H.I. products. Operators on D Shift are trained and expected to rotate across all positions on the FIP Line — Coils, Toggle, AMPO, Foam, Saw, Quality Control, Green Machine, and Warehouse. The ability and willingness to work competently in every position is a core requirement of this role.
D Shift: M-F (8:00 pm – 5:30 am)
(Candidates selected for this role will train with C Shift from 5:00 pm to 2:30 am)
Production & Operations
- Safely operate and maintain automated equipment used in the production of foam-injected products.
- Follow production schedules and standard work instructions for all assigned positions.
- Monitor equipment during operation to ensure proper function and identify issues as they arise.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues at the operator level and escalate when beyond operator authority.
- Ensure all products meet quality standards before advancing through the line.
- Complete required documentation and paperwork accurately and on time.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment throughout the shift.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Line Position Rotation
Operators on this shift are cross-trained and rotated across all eight positions on the FIP Line:
- Coils — staging and feeding coil stock into the line
- Toggle — operation of the toggle lock system and related automated components
- AMPO — automatic magnet placement system operation and verification
- Foam — monitoring and supporting the foam injection system during production
- Saw — operating the cut-to-length saw and inspecting blade condition
- Quality Control — inspecting finished product against quality standards and flagging non-conforming output
- Green Machine — offloading and movement of long-profile finished product using the Combilift multi-directional forklift
- Warehouse — offloading finished FIP product
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.
Compensation Data
$19.91 + $1.00 Shift Differential + Weekly Production Bonus
Example: Hourly Base Rate = $20.91 | Weekly Production Bonus = 55% | Total Hourly Rate = $32.41
Production Bonus
Production Bonus percentage is variable, determined upon attaining production goals each week. Production Bonus is paid out weekly.
Profit-Sharing
10% of Nucor's pre-tax earnings are contributed to the Profit Sharing Plan annually and distributed to all eligible teammates. A large portion is deposited into your profit-sharing account, and a smaller portion is distributed in cash. Current 6-year average = 19.88% of your eligible earnings. Eligible earnings include regular pay, overtime, and bonus.
Benefits
C.H.I. Overhead Doors, a Nucor company, is proud to offer industry-leading benefits to its teammates. Visit nucor.com/benefits to learn more. These benefits include, but are not limited to:
Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus
401K program with company match
Paid Parental Leave
Paid time off, 11 paid holidays, 1 personal day
Short-term disability/sick pay
Long-term disability
Zero-deductible medical & dental insurance
Vision insurance
On-Site Health Clinic in Arthur, IL (free for teammates and their covered spouses and dependents)
Teladoc (free virtual access to medical, dermatology, and mental health professionals)
No-cost physical therapy and wellness programs
Nucor stock purchase plan with company match
Minimum Qualifications:
• Minimum of 1 year of previous experience in a manufacturing and/or production environment
• Willingness to obtain LOTO certification
• Willingness to obtain forklift certification
Preferred Qualifications:
• 2 or more years of experience in high-volume, high-mix manufacturing
• Previous experience operating semi-automated or automated production equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills
• LOTO certified
• Current forklift certification
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace
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