Job Details
Operations Leadership Program
2026-02-05 Nucor Corporation Houston,TX
Description:
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.
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.
Our Commitment to a Drug Free Workplace:
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace
Job Details
Division: Nucor Corporation
Location: Houston, TX, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Need to Know:
Compensation: $77,000 + up to 33% bonus potential + relocation assistance
Location Hiring for Training: Houston, TX
Future relocation to any listed locations is REQUIRED (company paid relocation, strictly based on business need)
- Cincinnati, Houston, Kansas City, Louisville, Miami, Orlando, Salt Lake City, St. Louis, Tampa
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.
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.
- 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 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.
- Bachelor's degree.
- 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.
- Bachelor's degree preferably in a Business discipline, Operations, Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
- 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.
Our Commitment to a Drug Free Workplace:
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace