Loader Operator

Nucor is North America's largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company. Since 1969, we've led the industry in developing innovative technologies for recycling scrap into high-quality steels that are all around us, from bridges and buildings to cars and appliances.

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.

• Operate mobile heavy equipment of various sizes and types (primarily wheel loader)
• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures
• Communicates over radio with team members for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures
• Perform daily inspections on equipment and report any defects or needed repairs to supervisor
• Clean equipment as needed Other duties as assigned

• 2-3 years experience using a front end loader in an industrial/outdoor work environment.
• Knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles
• Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions
• Ability to effectively communicate in English Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and coordinate work activities as a team

• Mechanical background a plus