Equipment Operator II-2nd shift- Manchester

Fisher & Ludlow Div Of Harris Steel Ltd.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Nucor is hiring for an Equipment Operator II on the 2nd shift in an outdoor, industrial setting. The role supports unloading scrap, moving material, and operating cranes and loaders on site. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, teamwork, and continuous adherence to procedures.

Applicants should be ready for overtime and weekends as required. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, with focus on safety, growth opportunities, and

Qualifications

• Experience operating front-end loaders, excavators or scrap handlers in an outdoor environment.
• 2 years knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and meet attendance schedules.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift, with overtime and Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes and heavy equipment to unload scrap material and feed the crane.
• Move material throughout the yard and load trucks.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report defects or needed repairs.
• Maintain safety standards and keep grounds clear of debris.
• Coordinate with teammates via radio for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures.
• Willing to cross-train in other positions as needed.

Skills

Front-end loader

Excavator operation

Scrap handler

Safety procedures

Heavy equipment knowledge

Job description

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Equipment Operator II-2nd shift- Manchester

Division: Advantage Metals Recycling LLC

Other Available Locations: Missouri; Kansas

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

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.

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace