Nucor Corporation

Caster Slide Gate Operator/Strandtender

Nucor Corporation  •  Blytheville, AR (Onsite)  •  9 hours ago
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Job Description

Division: Nucor Steel Arkansas

Location: Blytheville, AR, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Deadline to apply is 09/17/2026.

Basic Job Functions:

A Caster Strand Tender/Slide Gate Operator is a teammate on the caster deck that is required to safely conduct normal operations of the Caster and assist with maintenance activities. The teammate will set up the caster to safely produce as many quality tons as possible within each shift, safely conduct preventive maintenance of equipment to ensure efficient operations, and assist the Caster Technician as needed. Some of this role’s operational functions include:

  • Preparing and inspecting the strand
  • Using a cutting torch and welder
  • Handling and tending to mold powder and tundish flux
  • Overhead crane operations
  • Assisting maintenance teammates with troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing equipment
  • Completing cross-training to serve as a Caster Technician or Caster Pulpit Operator according to the team’s needs
  • Working scheduled and unscheduled overtime due to upset conditions or teammate absences

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:

  • 3 years of experience in a Caster-related role (Production, Maintenance, or Mold & Segment)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced technical training (Casting/Steelmaking courses, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication systems, equipment alignment, circuits, ibaAnalyzer, etc.)
  • Mechanical aptitude

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace

Nucor Corporation

About Nucor Corporation

Nucor Corporation and its affiliates manufacture steel and steel products at more than 300 operating facilities primarily in North America. Nucor is the largest steel producer in the United States, operating 26 circular-based steel mills that have an annual production capacity of more than 27,000,000 tons. Nucor is also North America's largest recycler, processing approximately 20 million tons of ferrous scrap annually to produce new steel that is 100% recyclable at the end of its useful life. Nucor’s headquarters are located in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the company employs more than 31,000 teammates.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Charlotte, North Carolina
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
nucor.com
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