Material Grader

Best Benefits in the Business

Annual income averages $52,000 – this includes average overtime, weekly production bonuses, and annual profit sharing.

• Weekly paid production bonus with unlimited earning potential
• Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities
• Paid Training
• Paid Vacation – at 6 months receive 40 hours!
• Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing – 1x year payout that averages around 17% of your annual earnings
• Tuition Reimbursement - $4,000 year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company matching 401(k) plan – we match 25% of your contributions.
• Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase

Go to www.Nucor.com/benefits to learn more!  

What You'll Do

 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.

1. Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Attend safety meetings and participate in safety program.

2. Control traffic patterns in yard and direct customers to proper location to unload materials.

3. Inspect materials for non-acceptable items (i.e. propane tanks, PCP’s, batteries, flammable liquids, non-metallic items, etc.), radioactive, hazardous and/or leaded material.

4. Communicate deduction information to customers and teammates for accurate ticket information.

5. Ability to communicate well with all levels of customers and management. Ensure good customer relations by acting in a courteous, safe and professional manner.

6. Ensure that any non-acceptable materials are not left on TMR property.

7. Remove and properly store any items or materials not allowed that may have been left without being detected previously.

8. Use small and large equipment such as a loader to push up tin pile.

9. Understand environmental policies and maintain a clean work environment as it pertains to our policies and procedures.

10. Willing to cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.

11. Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What You'll Need

1. Minimum of 1-year previous general labor in heavy manufacturing environments, preferably in the scrap metal or construction industries.
2. Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-stop environment while providing excellent customer service.
3. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
4. Ability to lift up to 40lbs and occasionally lift/carry/push/pull 10-25lbs.
5. Ability to work standing or walking for up to 12 hours per day. 
6. Ability to work in extreme heat and be exposed to weather.
7. Ability to adapt to frequent changes of priority and complete job tasks safely and effectively without constant supervision.
8. Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
9. Flexible to work overtime, off-hours, weekends, and holidays in an industrial environment which includes being outdoors in all weather conditions
10. Experience with Skid Loader/Skid Steer/Forklift/Loader preferred.
11. Bilingual preferred.
12. Candidates within 50 miles of location preferred. 

Why This Job

TMR provides an excellent opportunity to learn the metal recycling industry and grow your career. With a firm commitment to our team members, a strong belief in work-life balance and a variety of other benefits and performance incentives, it’s easy to see why we are cited as one of the best employers in the United States. Joining our team means working with people who have your back and are invested in helping you build a strong future.

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.