Operations Leadership Program

WHY NUCOR?

Nucor is a Fortune 100 company, known for being North America’s leader in designing, manufacturing, and recycling steel and steel products with a history of long-term sustainability and stability. The key to Nucor's success is that we care about the safety and well-being of our teammates and customers, the health and protection of our environment, and the relationships we establish in the communities where we live and work.

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.

First year total compensation up to $95,000.

The goal of the Operations Leadership Program is to learn all facets of a scrap recycling facility and to assume a Management or Supervisor role upon completion.

• 12-18 months of hands-on, in-depth, fast-paced training in one Geographic Region.
• Learn and be expected to model our “Safety First” Culture including OSHA and Safety programs.
• Exposed to all facets of the scrap processing business including; buying and inspecting scrap, transportation and logistics, overseeing day-to-day operations, and maintenance of equipment.
• Interact with various levels of corporate personnel, customers, vendors/suppliers, and teammates to resolve problems, and ensure steady delivery of products purchased or sold.
• Collaborate with other managers to plan and direct work of the organization.
• Identify trends and recommend proactive action to manage business situations.
• Work with and through management to develop and implement actions that protect company assets and profitability.
• Travel and be willing to relocate after program completion.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Ability, willingness, and desire to work in a hands-on, industrial environment.
• Ability and willingness to work outside in an industrial environment.
• Ability to build relationships, collaborate and work efficiently with team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing assignments.
• Good verbal and written communication skills - ability to interface effectively with customers and teammates.
• Previous leadership experience
• Strong safety focus
• Basic understanding and experience using Microsoft Applications