Production Lead - Night Shift

Nucor Corporation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Profit sharing

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship program

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Nucor Corporation in Orlando, FL is seeking an experienced supervisor to lead outdoor production operations. You will drive safety initiatives, set expectations, and oversee daily activities to meet production schedules.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in a safety‑sensitive environment with paid training, pay-for-performance bonuses, and clear advancement pathways. Prior supervisory experience in heavy manufacturing is required; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience in heavy manufacturing, scrap, or construction.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial or outdoor environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and solid computer/administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enforce all company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Own daily production operations for assigned department or area.
• Coordinate with management to meet production schedules.
• Supervise movement and placement of scrap inventory and ensure customer specifications.
• Maintain professionalism and uphold safety policies at all times.

Job description

Job Details

• Division: Trademark Metals Recycling LLC
• Location: Orlando, FL, United States
• Other Available Locations: N/A
• Compensation: Average annual earnings: $85,000+ (Includes base pay, weekly overtime opportunities, and production bonuses)
• Night Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30 PM-6:30 AM

About Nucor

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.

Need to Know

• Hands-on leadership role in an outdoor industrial environment
• Safety-sensitive position with direct supervisory responsibility
• Paid training and clear advancement pathways
• Pay-for-performance culture with strong bonus potential

What You’ll Do

• Lead and enforce all company and OSHA safety procedures
• Conduct safety meetings and set safety expectations for the crew
• Own daily production operations for assigned department or area
• Assign duties, breaks, and lunches to maintain uninterrupted production
• Coordinate with management and other departments to meet production schedules
• Supervise movement and placement of scrap inventory
• Ensure processed scrap meets customer specifications
• Step in and perform any yard role as needed
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times
• 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.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience in heavy manufacturing, scrap, or construction
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial or outdoor environment
• Ability to perform all yard positions
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Solid computer and administrative skills
• Strong communication skills
• Dependable attendance and work ethic
• Ability to stand or walk up to 12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs
• Flexible to work overtime, weekends, and holidays
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

Preferred:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Scrap metal recycling experience

Pay, Benefits & Career Growth

• Paid weekly with production bonus and profit sharing
• Clearly defined leadership career pathways
• Paid training
• Paid vacation - 3 weeks after 1 year
• Paid holidays - 10 per year plus 1 personal day
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Scholarship program for children of teammates
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision after 30 days
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company matching 401(k)
• Employee stock purchase plan

Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, including urine and hair follicle testing.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace

Nearest Major Market

Orlando