HR Generalist

Date: May 5, 2026

Location: Lexington, NC, US, 27292

Company: Nucor

Job Details

Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication Southeast

Location: Lexington, NC, 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:

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.

 

PURPOSE:

Perform a variety of HR duties and responsibilities while assisting other members of the HR team through multiple deliverables in a wide variety of areas. Position will support multiple locations across a defined region.

 

BASIC FUNCTIONS

  • Must adhere to Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s safety programs and standards.
  • Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s vision and values.
  • Oversee teammate onboarding process including audit of pre-employment paperwork (I-9’s, E-verify, drug screens) as well as entry of all documentation for new employee setup into payroll system (HRIS).
  • Assist branches with all areas of human resource functions.
  • Provide recruitment support including position requisition process and Applicant Tracking System support.
  • Respond to questions from all levels of employees regarding company policy. Follow-up on issues to resolve specific policy-related and procedural problems and inquiries.
  • Assist with communication/distribution of all pertinent HR information to US Southeast and Southcentral branches.
  • Assist with external and internal audits on HR/payroll data to assure data integrity.
  • Perform specific research/investigation into HR best practices as assigned.
  • Support wellness initiatives and other employee awareness/communications activities.
  • Assist with workers compensation reporting and case management and unemployment cases.
  • Assist with benefit administration.
  • Assist with employee relations and the planning of special projects and events.
  • Perform other related duties as required by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
  • At a minimum, Associate’s degree in related field of study and 3 years’ Human Resources experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Experience with Multi-location/multi-state employer
  • Must be self-motivated with a drive for continuous improvement.
  • Must have the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with sound judgment and tact
  • Must be organized and detail-oriented
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships working in a team environment

 

SPECIAL DEMANDS

  • Must be able to work overtime when required
  • Some travel may be required

 

 

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


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