Job Description

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Division: Nucor Steel Jackson, Inc.

Location: Flowood, MS, United States  

Job Post End Date: 04/09/2026

Pay Grade:  Hourly + ROA

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

Nucor Steel Jackson - General Recycling is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator. Responsibilities include safely operating material handlers to unload and load prepared and unprepared scrap metal from various sources of supply. This person must have the ability to interact and service internal and external customers with a polite, positive representative of a General Recycling Teammate.  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.

Minimum Qualifications:

2-years Heavy Equipment Operator Experience - Mobile Cranes preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

High mechanical aptitude

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace