Operations Leadership Program
Date: Mar 4, 2026
Location: Opa Locka, FL, US, 33054
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Trademark Metals Recycling LLC
Location: Opa Locka, FL, 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.
About Us:
Trademark Metals Recycling is a division of the Nucor Corporation is a Fortune 150 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. Fortune Magazine recently ranked Nucor No. 1 on their list of the World’s Most Admired Companies in our industry. 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. At the heart of every Nucor division are the dedicated people who make up our team. We are seeking a creative, motivated, and dedicated teammate to join our team. We offer you a challenging and rewarding work environment where you can contribute to the success of over 30,000 Nucor teammates.
Best Benefits in the Business:
- Paid Weekly with Bonus and Profit Sharing
- Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities
- Paid Training
- Company provided uniforms and PPE
- Paid Vacation – 3 weeks after 1 year
- Paid Holidays – 10 per year and 1 personal day
- Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 year for teammates, $2625 for spouses
- Scholarship Program – Every child of a Nucor teammate is eligible for $4000 per year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Company matching 401(k) plan
- Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase
Go to www.Nucor.com/benefits to learn 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.
Future relocation to any listed locations is REQUIRED (company paid relocation, strictly based on business need)
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Cincinnati, Houston, Kansas City, Louisville, Miami, Orlando, Salt Lake City, St. Louis, Tampa
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The goal of the Operations Leadership Program is to thoroughly learn all facets of the scrap metal recycling industry from the ground up to assume a Leadership 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.
- Expect frequent travel.
- Relocating after the program is required.
- Expect to work outside in extreme weather conditions in an industrial environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing assignments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build relationships, collaborate and work efficiently with team members.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in a Business discipline, Operations, Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
- Have a continuous improvement mindset and be able to creatively problem solve.
- Have ability to interface effectively with customers and teammates.
- Previous leadership experience.
- Strong safety focus.
Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace:
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Miami