Production Operator

Nucor is North America's largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company.

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Since 1969, we've led the industry in developing innovative technologies for recycling scrap into high-quality steels that are all around us, from bridges and buildings to cars and appliances.

Purpose Must pass hair-follicle drug screen.

Base Hourly Rate : $21+ Depending on Experience Weekly Production Bonus Eligible OT Eligible Profit Sharing Eligible (5-year average + 20.43%) Bend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer’s orders.

Basic Job Functions : Must adhere to Nucor's safety programs and standards.

Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor’s vision and values.

Unload trailers and store material in storage bins.

Operate a shearing machine to cut reinforcing steel bars to specific lengths.

Operate a bending machine to bend reinforcing steel bars to specified shape.

Operate overhead crane to move, assemble and select material to be fabricated or shipped.

Operate Fabmatic machine that cuts and bends reinforcing steel bars to specified shapes.

Assemble and load orders onto trailers for shipping.

Operate power saw for cutting reinforcing steel bars to specified lengths.

Operate a spray gun in the application of epoxy touch up or reinforcing steel bars.

Maintain the shop or designated area in a clean and safe manner.

Assist other employees in any of the above tasks.

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 :

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or local / state equivalent Physical Demands :
• Some heavy lifting may be necessary
• Working conditions can be noisy / dusty / hot / cold Special Demands :
• Due to the operating conditions of the position, this is a safety sensitive position
• Must be able to work overtime when required
• Must be able to work any shift