Equipment Operator II-2nd shift- Manchester

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.

• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. 
• Attend safety meetings and participate in the safety program.
• Primary focus of this position will be operating a crane for unloading tractor trailers, and feeding material to the feed crane.
• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes including cranes, and loaders, etc.
• Duties include, but not limited to: unloading scrap material, pushing shred piles up, moving material throughout the yard, and/or loading trucks, etc.
• Perform daily inspections on equipment, reporting any defects or needed repairs to the supervisor.
• Keep grounds clear of debris while maintaining safety standards.
• Operate small equipment sch as a forklift, and/or skid steer if needed.
• 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.
• Effectively communicating over the radio with teammates for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures.
• Willing to cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed. 
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

1.    Experience using front-end loader, excavator or scrap handler in an Industrial/Outdoor Work Environment.
2.    2 years knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles
3.    Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions.
4.    Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
5.    Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
6.    Must be a willing to be a team player
7.    Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations.
8.    Schedule:  Mon-Fri 6pm-6am, with possibility of overtime and Saturday hours, based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

1.    Flexible to work overtime, off-hours, weekends, and holidays in an industrial environment which includes being outdoors in all weather conditions
2.    Mechanical background/knowledge is a plus.