Operations Leadership Program

Nucor•Louisville, KY

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The goal of the Operations Leadership Program is to thoroughly learn all facets of the scrap metal recycling industry from the ground up to assume a Leadership role upon completion. This is a hands-on, fast-paced training program designed to prepare individuals for leadership positions within the scrap metal recycling business. The program emphasizes a "Safety First" culture and involves learning all aspects of scrap processing and recycling, including buying, inspecting, transportation, logistics, daily operations, and equipment maintenance. Participants will interact with various stakeholders, collaborate with managers, identify trends, and implement actions to protect company assets and profitability. The role requires frequent travel, relocation after the program, and working outdoors in extreme weather conditions within an industrial environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferably in a Business discipline, Operations, Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing assignments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build relationships, collaborate and work efficiently with team members.
Be able to make quick decisions with confidence in an ever-changing environment.
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.
Candidates must actively lead and uphold Nucor’s “Safety First” culture, including OSHA practices and daily operational safety standards.
Fully hands-on experience and fast-paced learning the scrap metal recycling business from the ground up, preparing you to step into a leadership role with a strong understanding of the entire business operation.
Expect frequent travel, working outside in extreme weather in an industrial work environment.
Mobility is critical; candidates must be willing to relocate to different regions after training based on business needs (company-paid relocation).
Be challenged to strengthen your communication, decision-making, relationship-building, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.
Must be ambitious and willing to put in the work to grow these skills.

Nice To Haves

Have a continuous improvement mindset and be able to creatively problem solve.
Have ability to interface effectively with customers and teammates.
Previous leadership experience.
Strong safety focus.

Responsibilities

12-18 months of hands-on, in-depth, fast-paced training in one Geographic Region.
Learn and be expected to model our “Safety First” Culture including OSHA and Safety programs.
Exposed to all facets of the scrap processing and recycling business including buying and inspecting scrap, transportation and logistics, overseeing day-to-day operations, and maintenance of equipment.
Interact with various levels of corporate personnel, customers, vendors/suppliers, and teammates to resolve problems, and ensure steady delivery of products purchased or sold.
Collaborate with other managers to plan and direct work of the organization.
Identify trends and recommend proactive action to manage business situations.
Work with and through management to develop and implement actions that protect company assets and profitability.
Expect frequent travel.
Relocating after the program is required.
Expect to work outside in extreme weather conditions in an industrial environment.