Production Lead

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.

The teammate in this position must be successful working both independently and as part of a team on projects that help the division achieve its goals. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Safety, this 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, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
• Collaborating cross-departmentally, ensuring that workflow and resource allocation are efficient, orderly, and prioritized to schedule.
• Gathering, creating, and maintaining records involving, but not limited to, safety, production, inventory, attendance, payroll, equipment inspections/maintenance, teammate development, and disciplinary actions.
• Coaching direct reports to continuously improve their knowledge and skills.
• Lead decisions on the shop floor and direct operations to best achieve organizational goals with Safety, Quality, and Productivity.
• 10-12-hour shifts are basic functions
• Performing other duties as required, including but not limited to running equipment and other production duties.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in steel continuous lines like insulated metal panel lines, galvanizing lines, coil coating lines, or hot/cold rolling mills.
• 2 years of previous experience leading a team.
• In-depth understanding of divisional priorities and goals, backed by a record of measurable success.
• Proficient in the use of all Microsoft tools for conducting business.
• High school diploma or GED.

• Communication Skills – The ability to give full attention to what others are saying and communicating information so that others will understand.
• Problem Solving & Judgement/Decision Making – Identifying problems, gathering and reviewing relevant information, and weighing options to make informed decisions and take effective action.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work – Developing specific goals and plans for prioritizing, organizing, and accomplishing individual work and/or the work of the team.
• Attention to Detail – Thorough in accomplishing tasks, no matter how small they may be, and taking care to make sure that expectations are met.
• Accountability & Dependability – Displays responsibility with work habits and has the ability to hold others accountable for desired results.
• Developing and Building Teams - Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members as well as effectively managing and resolving conflict as needed