Production & Safety Lead — Yard Ops (Weekly Bonuses)

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

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.