Production at Nucor Corporation in Sparks, Nevada

Job Description:

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 safety program.


• 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.


• Keep grounds clear of debris while maintaining safety standards.


• Assisting the Kiosk Operator with weighing, sorting, and moving material including general duties involving physical handling of materials, supplies, etc.


• Operate small equipment such as a forklift. Potential to operate larger industrial equipment.


• Perform daily inspections on equipment reporting any defects or needed repairs to supervisor.


• Preparing autos for processing, such as removing of designated parts, fluids, etc.


• Inspect incoming scrap and/or cars, advising customers of accepted and non-accepted scrap and taking deductions as needed.


• 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.


• Minimum of 1-year previous general labor in heavy manufacturing environments, preferably in the scrap metal or construction industries.


• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.


• Basic math/computer skills required.


• Ability to work standing or walking for up to 12 hours per day.


• Ability to adapt to frequent changes of priority and complete job tasks safely and effectively without constant supervision.


• Ability to lift up to 50lbs


• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.