Equipment Operator II at Nucor Corporation

Posted in Other 22 days ago.

Location: Kansas City, Kansas





Job Description:

Job Details



Division: Advantage Metals Recycling LLC



Location: Kansas City, KS, United States


Other Available Locations: Missouri





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.



  • Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Attend safety meetings and participate in safety program
  • Primary focus of this position will be operating a crane for unloading tractor trailers, and feeding material to the feed crane.
  • Operate heavy equipment of various sizes including cranes and loaders, etc.
  • Duties include, but are not limited to: unloading scrap material, pushing shred pile up, moving material throughout the yard, and/or loading trucks etc.
  • Perform daily inspections on equipment reporting any defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
  • Keep grounds clear of debris while maintaining safety standards.
  • Operate small equipment such as a forklift or skid steer if needed.
  • General labor duties that may include but not limited to sweeping, shoveling and general clean-up of any area and/or equipment throughout the yard.
  • Effectively communicate over radio with teammates for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures.
  • Willing to cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned by your manager.





  • Minimum Qualifications:



  • Experience using front-end loader, excavator or scrap handler in an Industrial/Outdoor Work Environment.
  • 2 years knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles
  • Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions.
  • Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
  • Must be a willing to be a team player
  • Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations.
  • 5-day work week. Mon-Fri 6:00am-5:00pm. Hours subject to change.





  • Preferred Qualifications:



  • Flexible to work overtime, off-hours, weekends, and holidays in an industrial environment which includes being outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Mechanical background/knowledge is a plus.





  • Detailed Selection Criteria:



    Application must be complete and include position time frame dates, position title, job duties & responsibilities. Include all applicable heavy equipment experience to be considered.



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




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