Material Inspector

Nucor is North Americas largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company. Since 1969, weve 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.

• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Attend safety meetings and participate in safety programs.
• Control traffic patterns in yard and direct customers to proper location to unload materials.
• Inspect materials for non-acceptable items (i.e. propane tanks, PCP’s, batteries, flammable liquids, nonmetallic items, etc.), radioactive, hazardous and/or leaded material.
• Ability to communicate well with all levels of customers and management. Ensure good customer relations by acting in a courteous, safe and professional manner.
• Ensure that any non-acceptable materials are not left on MRS property.
• Remove and properly store any items or materials not allowed that may have been left without being detected previously.
• Use small equipment such as a forklift or skid steer to push materials.
• Understand environmental policies and maintain a clean work environment as it pertains to our policies and procedures.
• Willing to cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-stop environment while providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs and occasionally lift/carry/push/pull 10-25lbs.
• Ability to work standing or walking for up to 10 hours per day. 
• Ability to work in extreme heat/cold and be exposed to weather.
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes of priority and complete job tasks safely and effectively without constant supervision.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Flexible to work overtime, off-hours, weekends, and holidays in an industrial environment which includes being outdoors in all weather conditions