Nucor
Nucor Corporation is the largest steel producer in the United States and a leading recycler of scrap metal in North America. Established in 1905, the company transitioned to steel production in the 1960s and officially became Nucor Corporation in 1972. It operates mini-mills that utilize electric arc furnace technology to produce a variety of steel products, making it a highly diversified steel and steel products company. Nucor specializes in low-cost steel production, offering products such as bar steel, sheet steel, structural steel beams, and plate steel. The company also provides fabricated products, including steel joists and custom-engineered metal building systems. Nucor serves a wide range of markets, including automotive, appliances, construction, rail, and defense, and has built a strong reputation for its innovative approach and community-focused operations.
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How many employees does Nucor have?
Nucor has about 3,225 employees, up 0.4% over the last 3 months (as of Apr 2026).
Does Nucor sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Nucor filed 39 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is Nucor's revenue per employee?
Nucor makes about $10.08M in revenue per employee, based on $32.49B annual revenue and 3,225 employees.
How much does Nucor pay?
6figr has 21 salary profiles for Nucor in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Nucor salaries page. See Nucor salaries
Is Nucor a public company?
Yes. Nucor is publicly traded under the ticker NUE on NASDAQ.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles. Updated 3 Apr 2026.
