Equipment Operator I

Night Shift Position

HOURS: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7PM - 7AM

Best Benefits in the Business

• Weekly paid production bonus with unlimited earning potential
• Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities
• Paid Training
• Paid Vacation – at 6 months receive 40 hours!
• Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing – 1x year payout that averages around 17% of your annual earnings
• Tuition Reimbursement - $4,000 year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company matching 401(k) plan – we match 25% of your contributions.
• Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase

Go to www.Nucor.com/benefits to learn more!  

What You'll Do

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.

1. Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Attend safety meetings and participate in safety program.
2. Operate heavy equipment of various sizes including cranes and loaders, etc.
3. Duties include, but are not limited to: loading scrap material onto shredder feed conveyor, pushing shred pile up, moving material throughout the yard, and/or loading trucks and railcars, etc.
4. Perform daily inspections on equipment reporting any defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
5. Keep grounds clear of debris while maintaining safety standards.
6. Operate small equipment such as a forklift or skid steer if needed.
7. General labor duties that may include but not limited to sweeping, shoveling and general clean-up of any area and/or equipment throughout the yard.
8. Effectively communicate over radio with teammates for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures.
9. Willing to cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.
10. Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What You'll Need:

1. Minimum of 3-years previous heavy equipment operation in manufacturing environments, preferably in the scrap metal or construction industries.
2. Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-stop environment while providing excellent customer service.
3. Knowledge of heavy equipment operating principles, hazards and safety precautions as well as mechanical ability.
4. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
5. Ability to adapt to frequent changes of priority and complete job tasks safely and effectively without constant supervision.
6. Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
7. Flexible to work overtime, off-hours, weekends, and holidays in an industrial environment which includes being outdoors in all weather conditions.
8. Bilingual preferred.
9. Candidates within 50 miles of location preferred.

Why This Job:

TMR provides an excellent opportunity to learn the metal recycling industry and grow your career. With a firm commitment to our team members, a strong belief in work-life balance and a variety of other benefits and performance incentives, it’s easy to see why we are cited as one of the best employers in the United States. Joining our team means working with people who have your back and are invested in helping you build a strong future.