Plant Support Tech - 3rd Shift

Nucor Corporation; La Crosse (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Scholarships

Job summary

Nucor Corporation in Lacrosse, VA is seeking reliable teammates to support plant operations, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and teamwork. You will contribute to a clean, organized workspace and participate in scrap and recycling tasks as part of daily duties.

The role requires flexibility in scheduling, and certification in forklifts, overhead cranes, skid steers, excavators, and trash compactors within 30 days, with a 1-year commitment preferred.

Qualifications

• Flexibility with work schedule to accommodate workload.
• Ability to obtain forklift, overhead crane, skid steer, excavator, and trash compactor certifications within 30 days.
• Ability to professionally communicate with vendors.
• Willing to help in all areas of the business as needed.
• Willing to commit to a 1-year term.

Responsibilities

• Safety is the most important part of all jobs; demonstrate upholding policies, procedures, and housekeeping.
• Perform various tasks as directed by the Supervisor.
• Work fluctuating schedules with short notice.
• Maintain housekeeping at high level including 6S in plant and yard.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Monitor scrap and trash containers and coordinate with vendors for timely pickup.
• Assist with spills, paint recycling, and related tasks.
• Control recycling materials including paper, bottles, cans, cardboard, and trash.

Skills

Flexibility

Vendor communication

Commitment to 1 year

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift certification

Overhead crane certification

Skid steer certification

Excavator certification

Trash compactor certification

Job description

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Division: Nucor Building Systems South Carolina

Location: Lacrosse, VA, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

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.

Pay Range and Closing Date

Pay range: $21.11 - $26.94 + ROA Bonus

Closing Date: 10/30/26

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.
• Perform various tasks for the plant as directed by the Supervisor.
• Able to work fluctuating schedule as needed with little notice.
• Maintain housekeeping at a high level including 6S throughout the plant and shipping yard.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other equipment as needed.
• Scrap Program - Monitor scrap and trash containers and make sure they are put into the correct containers and work with vendors to ensure they are picked up on time.
• Environmental – Assist with spills, paint recycling, paint totes, wood waste, dust suppressants, and run the power sweeper when needed.
• Recycling – White paper control, plastic bottles/aluminum cans, cardboard, and trash compactor control.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to be flexible with work schedule to accommodate workload.
• Have or the ability to obtain forklift (all sizes), overhead crane, skid steer, excavator and trash compactor certifications within 30 days.
• Ability to professionally communicate with vendors.
• Must be willing to help in all areas of our business as needed.
• Willing to agree to a 1-year commitment to the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teammates who have shown through personal behaviors an understanding of the 10 Nucor Way Items.
• Teammates who have shown in previous positions through their actions an understanding of customer service (internal and external customers) and how their performance impacts them both positively and negatively.
• Teammates who have demonstrated they take ownership of their work area and equipment.
• Teammates who can work well with multiple teams (different departments and shifts) and require minimal supervision

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace