Lab Technician | Off-Shift
Date: Nov 12, 2025
Location: St. Joe, IN, US, 46785
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Fastener Indiana
Location: St. Joe, IN, 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.
Application Updates:
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Shift:
This position will either be 2nd (3p-11p) or 3rd (11p-7a) shift and will be assigned by the hiring Supervisor.
Basic Job Functions:
**Nucor Fastener has one (1) opening on 2nd shift and one (1) opening on 3rd shift.**
The role of a Lab Technician includes, but is not limited to, testing product samples to ensure they are in compliance with established specifications and standards. The individual will also contribute to the improvement of the Nucor Fastener Quality Management System through participation in the IATF 16949 and ISO/IEC 17025 certification programs. Lab testing includes product characteristics such as: dimensional, proof load, tensile properties, hardness, magnetic particle, micro-hardness, rotational capacity, tension control assembly testing, hydrogen embrittlement testing, and others. Additional job duties will include any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
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:
- Microsoft Office Proficient
- Willing to work a flexible schedule including scheduled and unscheduled overtime, rotating shifts, weekends, and/or holidays
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Quality Laboratory practices and related equipment.
- Post-secondary coursework in a technical field.
- Experience with a quality management system (i.e., ISO9001, IATF16949).
- Familiarity of quality-related documentation such as GRR, MSA, PPAP, FMEA, etc.
- PC Proficient
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Nucor will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future.
Candidates must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Fort Wayne