CNC Operator - 1st Shift

Nucor Corporation

. Set up and operate CNC milling machines according to bills of materials and work instructions .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeHartford • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in CNC Milling Machine Operation, including setup, programming, and maintenance, while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Proficient in using forklifts and various hand and power tools in a manufacturing environment.

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CNC Milling Machine OperationForklift OperationMachine MaintenanceSafety Policy ImplementationQuality Inspection

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Hard Skills

CNC ProgrammingMachine SetupParts InspectionRoutine MaintenanceMathematical Calculations

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationIndependent WorkEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

ForkliftUp Cut SawHand ToolsPower ToolsPneumatic Tools

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentProduction ScheduleSafety StandardsQuality GoalsHigh School Diploma

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up and operate CNC milling machines according to bills of materials and work instructions
Plan and organize daily workload to accommodate the production schedule
Transport parts from racking and staging areas using a forklift
Safely operate an Up Cut saw to cut parts to size
Mark and stage cut parts on carts supplying CNC milling operations
Review specifications to determine setup procedures, dimensions, and machining sequences
Load CNC programs into machine consoles using preprogrammed machine instructions
Observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or questionable conditions
Inspect manufactured parts for conformance to specifications while meeting cycle time, quantity, and quality goals
Mark and stage completed parts for assembly
Perform routine machine maintenance, including cleaning and lubrication
Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to work 1st shift schedule of Monday – Thursday 4:30am – 3:00pm
Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
Ability to safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other lifting equipment
Requires operating hand tools, power tools and pneumatic tools, general fabrication tools, and various measuring devices
Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally
Ability to squat, kneel and stand frequently
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment where the noise level is high
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10s and 100s
Ability to perform calculations using American money and weight, volume, and distance measurements
Ability to apply common sense understanding to detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
401K and Roth accounts
Profit sharing
Pay-for-performance bonuses
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Stock program
Scholarships
Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus
401K program with company match
Paid maternity & Paternity leave
Paid time off
11 paid holidays
1 personal day
Short-term disability/sick pay
Zero-deductible medical & dental insurance
Vision insurance
Teladoc (free virtual access to medical, dermatology, and mental health professionals)
No-cost physical therapy & wellness programs
Nucor stock purchase plan with company match