Description
About Us
As the largest steel and steel products producer in North America, Nucor is looking for our next generation of innovators and leaders. This is your chance for an exciting career that will grow with you for years to come. From exploring your interests to taking ownership of your future, you'll find new ways to build bigger opportunities for yourself.
Overview
The Developmental Leadership Program is a production operations role designed to cultivate the steelmaking understanding and leadership skills necessary for a successful career in operations leadership. Through a series of rotations across various departments and divisions, participants will gain valuable insight into our operations and culture while developing their leadership skills. Participants will be exposed to all facets of the business, from the scrap that makes steel to the commercial team connecting customers to the products they need.
Program participants will work closely with a department manager, be paired with a mentor, receive coaching from various leaders, and learn from the team. The length of the program varies for each individual and can last from 11 to 22 months, but can be modified depending on candidate’s experience, progress, changes to the program and/or resource needs within Nucor. Participants will have an established home division and a 4-month rotation at another division during the program. Relocation at the end of the program will be required.
Responsibilities
Engage in hands-on development blocks across different departments within our steelmaking operations, including production, material handling, and commercial.
Participate in self-paced and classroom learning aimed at enhancing your knowledge of Nucor, building your leadership capabilities, communication skills, and strategic thinking.
Build strong relationships within your host divisions including production managers, supervisors, frontline teammates and more.
Work with teams to support teammate development, identify opportunities for process optimization, and implement solutions to drive continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies, while prioritizing safety in all aspects of operations.
Successful Candidates Should Demonstrate
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive results.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Skills for building trust and relationships at all levels to effectively lead and drive results.
Willingness to relocate to any Nucor Sheet Mill location throughout the US.
Ability and desire to work in a hands-on, industrial environment.
Willingness to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates should have valid work authorization in the U.S.
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.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years' experience leading a team, to include team member supervision, development, and accountability
- At least one of the following: Bachelor's degree + 2 years of manufacturing, logistics, technical or military experience
- Associate’s degree + 4 years of manufacturing, logistics, technical or military experience
- 6 years of experience in manufacturing, technical, business/operations management, military leadership or related field
