Mill I Cold Saw Operator
Date: Apr 29, 2026
Location: Blytheville, AR, US, 72315
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Yamato Steel
Location: Blytheville, AR, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
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:
The Cold Saw Operator will be responsible for the safe operations of the Surge bed, Cold Saws, Gauge Head and Roll Lines. The Cold Saw Operator must develop a working knowledge of Cut Sheets and Cut Patterns to be able to assist the Cold Saw Recorder in filling the customer’s orders. The Cold Saw Operator will make basic repairs to the Cold Saw area and assist maintenance teammates with repairs to all equipment in the finishing bay as needed (welding, cutting and assorted hand tools). The Cold Saw Operator must have basic rigging skills to change cold saw blades and re-hub blades for future blade changes. All finishing teammates are expected to help with housekeeping in their area and where needed in the Finishing bay. The Cold Saw Operator will work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed. 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:
Basic rigging certification
Detailed Selection Criteria:
Accountability & Dependability - Being reliable, responsible, and committed to fulfilling obligations.
Communication Skills - The ability to give full attention to what others are saying and communicating information so that others will understand.
Teamwork - Working as part of a coordinated effort with others to achieve a common goal.
Initiative - Proactively seeking out work that needs to be done and taking on responsibilities and challenges.
Attention to Detail -Thorough in accomplishing tasks, no matter how small they may be, and taking care to make sure that expectations are met.
Controlling Machines and Processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct activity to operate machines or processes.
Mechanical Knowledge - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and/or maintenance.
Preferences:
Previous NYS 1 finishing experience
Knowledge of tracking and product order information system
Working knowledge of NYS 1 rolling process
Previous welding experience or certification
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Jonesboro
Nearest Secondary Market: Memphis