Shredder Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Nucor Corporation; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly with bonus

Career pathways with growth opportunities

Paid training and uniforms

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Company matching 401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Nucor Corporation is seeking a leader for the second shift operations at River Metals Recycling in Cincinnati. The ideal candidate will manage shredding department operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while leading a team of operators and maintenance personnel.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and management experience in industrial environments. Preferred candidates should have knowledge of inventory management and strong communication skills. The company offers competitive benefits including paid vacations and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree or 3 years of management experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in operations with heavy equipment and scrap metal.

Responsibilities

• Lead second shift operations of the shredding department.
• Manage a team of operators and maintenance personnel.
• Develop production work schedules and support hiring activities.

Skills

Management experience

Operations knowledge

Communication skills

Knowledge of heavy equipment

Mechanical and electrical maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in business, management, engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About Us

River Metals Recycling is a division of the Nucor Corporation, a Fortune 150 company known for designing, manufacturing, and recycling steel products. The company prioritizes sustainability, safety, and community relationships.

Job Details

Division: River Metals Recycling LLC
Location: Cincinnati, OH, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A

Benefits

• Paid weekly with bonus and profit sharing
• Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities
• Paid training, company‑provided uniforms and PPE
• Paid vacation – 3 weeks after 1 year
• Paid holidays – 10 per year and 1 personal day
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement – $5,250 per year for teammates, $2,625 for spouses
• Scholarship program – eligible for $5,000 per year per child of a Nucor teammate
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Company matching 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan – matches 10% of purchase

Basic Job Functions

• Lead second shift operations of the shredding department, including operation and maintenance of the shredder and downstream processing equipment.
• Manage a team of operators and maintenance personnel, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental policies.
• Develop and maintain production work schedules and support people‑development activities (hiring, training, coaching).
• Coordinate with the Day Shift Shredder Supervisor, Facility Manager, and other supervisors for parts ordering, maintenance scheduling, and preventive maintenance program development.
• Conduct monthly inventory and support long‑range planning and budgeting.
• Demonstrate a hands‑on leadership approach and promote a culture of safety.

Shift Time

4:00 pm – 2:00 am (Second Shift)

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, engineering, or a related field, or at least 3 years of management experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment
• Experience in operations or manufacturing with heavy equipment
• Experience in scrap metal
• Experience in maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of inventory management, shipping, receiving, and lean manufacturing principles
• Proven ability to communicate with all levels of customers and internal contacts
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with personal computers, software, spreadsheets, and databases (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to plan, manage, and prioritize work in a changing environment with an organized approach
• Knowledge and experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance and engineering fundamentals
• Experience developing effective preventive and predictive maintenance programs

Drug-Free Workplace

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug‑free workplace.