Rebar Fabricator Lead - 1st Shift
Nucor Corporation

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 responsibilities of the Rebar Fabricator Lead include but are not limited to: coordinating and allocating resources within the department and with other departments including equipment utilization, teammate utilization, and task prioritization to ensure departmental and divisional goals are met. Responsibilities also include training and development of team members, assisting area maintenance as necessary, safely operating mobile equipment, and assisting the Fab Shop Supervisor. Nucor Harris Rebar teammates are expected to participate in and promote an atmosphere of cooperation and teamwork.

BASIC FUNCTIONS
• Must adhere to Nucor Rebar Fabrication's safety programs and standards.
• Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication's vision and values.
• Work with Branch Shop Manager in establishing daily work assignments to maximize shift operations.
• Oversee all processes, equipment, employees, safety, and shop housekeeping in meeting production quality and quantity standards on the shift.
• Help train new employees in the safe and efficient use of equipment to which they are assigned.
• Troubleshoot production problems so that delays are minimized, and equipment functions as safely and efficiently as possible.
• Oversee and/or assist with maintenance on all shop equipment and report any problems to Maintenance.
• Quality Control - Perform inspections of completed work for correct quantity, accurate fabrication, correctly tagged material, and timely shipment.
• Provide performance feedback to Shop Manager in support of merit program and/or disciplinary actions.
• Ensure that established policies, rules and regulations, and procedures are followed.
• Collect necessary data for production reports, time sheets, incentive calculations and other reports as required by management. Where appropriate, operate computer equipment.
• Perform various jobs such as operation of shear, bender, crane, car puller, fork-lift operator, etc. so that shift work is done efficiently and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

SPECIAL DEMANDS
• Working with heavy equipment which requires attention to safety
• Overtime frequently required
• Must be flexible with regard to work schedules
• Must be familiar with and adhere to shop safety policies and procedures

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Some heavy lifting may be necessary

Minimum Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• High school diploma, GED or state/local equivalent
• Minimum 5 years in production environment
• Able to operate all shop equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

Detailed Selection Criteria:
• Leadership Presence and Courage - Willingness and confidence to have immediate and direct conversations on critical alignment issues such as teamwork, building relationships, initiating, and supporting change, and production process issues that arise. This includes the willingness to face adversity and conflict head on.
• Accountability - Displays responsibility with own work habits and holds others accountable for desired results.
• Communication Skills - The ability to give full attention to what others are saying and communicating information so that others will understand.
• Teamwork - Working as part of a coordinated effort with others to achieve a common goal.
• Initiative - Being proactive with seeking out work that needs to be done and being willing to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Organizing, Planning and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans for prioritizing, organizing, and accomplishing individual work and/or the work of the team, to include: identifying problems and analyzing/reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Judgement/Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the immediate developmental needs of teammates, to include: mentoring, teaching, training, or otherwise helping teammates to improve their skills to work efficiently and effectively.

Preferences include:
• Proficient on all fab shop equipment.
• Previous leadership experience.

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