Production Operator

Purpose

Bend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customers orders.

Compensation

$20/hr plus $1.50 2nd shift differential plus weekly production bonus. Average annual earnings potential: $60,000+.

Must pass hair follicle drug screen, including THC.

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
• Other tasks as required by Supervisor

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 Requirements

• 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

Preferences

• Must have basic math skills to be able to calculate bar measurements

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

Benefits

• 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, $2,625 for spouses
• Scholarship Program: Every child of a Nucor teammate is eligible for $4,000 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