Production Laborer

River Metals Recycling - A Nucor Company; Xenia (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

River Metals Recycling LLC in Xenia, OH, part of Nucor, is seeking a Production I teammate to support daily yard operations, load materials, assist customers, and maintain a safe, clean work environment.

You will operate equipment such as forklifts, perform daily inspections, and help verify purchases with the scale team. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adaptability to a fast-paced industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse customer base.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate essential equipment such as a forklift or bobcat.
• Ability to direct truck and peddler traffic to proper processing locations.
• Ability to stand or walk for up to 10 hours per day.
• Reliable and dependable attendance.
• Flexibility to work overtime and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• 1 year of previous general labor and/or customer service experience.
• Previous scrap metal or industrial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Oversee loading of trailers and containers for content, weight, and quality.
• Assist and direct customers to the proper location to unload materials.
• Interact with scale teammates to help verify purchases and prevent duplication.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, complete daily inspections, and report needed repairs.
• Perform general labor and housekeeping duties, including sweeping, shoveling, cleanup, and material handling.
• Cross-train, assist other teammates, and perform other duties as assigned by management.

Job description

Job Details

Division: River Metals Recycling LLC

Location: Xenia, OH, United States

Average Annual Earnings: $60,000+

(Includes hourly base pay, weekly overtime opportunities, and weekly production bonuses)

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.

Need To Know

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What You'll Do

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.

The Production I teammate supports daily yard operations by loading materials, assisting customers, operating equipment, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This role performs general labor duties and works closely with teammates in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Duties of the role include but are not limited to:

• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Oversee loading of trailers and containers for content, weight, and quality.
• Assist and direct customers to the proper location to unload materials.
• Interact with scale teammates to help verify purchases and prevent duplication.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, complete daily inspections, and report needed repairs.
• Perform general labor and housekeeping duties, including sweeping, shoveling, cleanup, and material handling.
• Cross-train, assist other teammates, and perform other duties as assigned by management.

What We're Looking For

Required:

• - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.
• - Ability to interact effectively with a diverse customer base.
• - Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.
• - Ability to operate essential equipment such as a forklift or bobcat.
• - Ability to direct truck and peddler traffic to proper processing locations.
• - Ability to stand or walk for up to 10 hours per day.
• - Reliable and dependable attendance.
• - Flexibility to work overtime and outdoors in various weather conditions.

Preferred:

• - 1 year of previous general labor and/or customer service experience.
• - Previous scrap metal or industrial experience is a plus.

Pay, Benefits & Career Growth

• Paid Weekly with Bonus and Profit Sharing
• Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities
• Paid Training
• Paid Vacation – 3 weeks after 1 year
• Paid Holidays – 10 per year and 1 personal day
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 year for teammates, $2,625 for spouses
• Scholarship Program – Every child of a Nucor teammate is eligible for $5,000 per year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company matching 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace