Equipment Operator III – Scrap Yard & Heavy Machinery

Nucor Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Pay-for-performance bonuses

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Scholarships and more

Job summary

Nucor Corporation in St. Louis, MO is seeking a versatile materials yard worker dedicated to safety and efficiency. You will operate equipment such as material handlers and loaders, load scrap onto conveyors, and move materials across the yard while adhering to strict safety standards.

Daily tasks include equipment inspections, radio communication with teammates, and potential cross-training across roles. The position typically runs Monday through Friday, 6am–4pm, with overtime as needed and

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, non-stop environment.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Stand or walk for up to 12 hours per day; adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Safety is the most important aspect; uphold safety policies and housekeeping standards.
• Follow OSHA safety procedures and participate in safety meetings.
• Operate heavy equipment (material handlers, loaders, mobile shear, shuttle wagon).
• Load scrap material onto shredder feed conveyor and push shred pile.
• Move material throughout the yard and load trucks/railcars; perform daily equipment inspections.
• Communicate over radio with teammates for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures.
• Willing to cross-train in other positions and assist others as needed.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Follow instructions

Stand/walk 12 hours

Attendance reliability

Job description

Nucor Corporation in St. Louis, MO is seeking a versatile materials yard worker dedicated to safety and efficiency. You will operate equipment such as material handlers and loaders, load scrap onto conveyors, and move materials across the yard while adhering to strict safety standards.

Daily tasks include equipment inspections, radio communication with teammates, and potential cross-training across roles. The position typically runs Monday through Friday, 6am–4pm, with overtime as needed and