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FITTER

Nucor Corporation
Portland, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026 CLOSED ON 5/20/2026

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Job Details

Division: Kirby Building Systems LLC

Location: Portland, TN, 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:

  • Perform various fit up and tacking operations on a variety of structural assemblies.
  • Interpret weld symbols and follow weld procedures.
  • Add stiffeners, brackets, face plates, etc. using prints for location prior to finish welding.
  • Must use clamps, jigs, tape, square, arc air gouger, cutting torch and plasma as required using judgment to prevent warping and misalignment of component parts.
  • Must be trained to operate jib crane.
  • Maintain necessary records. Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to proper supervision.
  • Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain quality standards.
  • Perform other duties as required.

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:

  • Experience with reading drawings, prints, and proficient with tape measure and micrometer.
  • Must currently possess or pass AWS within 90 days
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least 1-year prior experience in fabrication.

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

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