Tensile Lab Technician
Date: May 27, 2025
Location: Darlington, SC, US, 29540
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Steel South Carolina
Location: Darlington, SC, 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 Tensile Lab Technician will be responsible for conducting mechanical testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Safety Compliance: Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment within the lab.
- Sample Preparation & Testing: Perform mechanical tests on materials, recording data, and
- to ensure accurate and consistent test results. interpreting results to ensure material properties meet specified requirements.
- Data Analysis: Analyze test results and communicate findings to relevant departments.
- Equipment Maintenance: Calibration verification, maintenance, and troubleshooting testing equipment
- Quality Control: Assist in quality control processes by verifying material specifications, conducting additional mechanical tests as required, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all tests performed, including raw data, calculations, and reporting.
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 Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two-year technical degree or higher AND/OR relevant work experience
- Sound knowledge of customer specifications
- Demonstrated ability to go the extra mile; whether it is hours worked or responsibilities accepted, with the proper attitude and dependability.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Florence
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina