Galvanizing Lead - Nucor Towers & Structures Alabama
Nucor Corporation

Expand Beyond with Nucor:

Nucor Towers and Structures (NTS) is a new entity within Nucor, the largest recycler and largest manufacturer of steel and steel products in North America, focused on the execution of our strategy to "Expand Beyond" our core business. As a part of Nucor's New Markets product group, NTS is focused on the exciting growth potential in the power distribution market. Current production facility is in West Hazleton, PA, with plans to build a national footprint.

For a brief video about NTS, please visit the following link:NTS Video Update

Basic Job Functions:

The responsibilities of the Galvanizing Lead include but are not limited to: being a positive member of the leadership team at NTSAL and being an active participant in the development of teammates within our culture. Safety is an important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead and uphold safety practices, policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards to make safety a priority at all times.

In this position the Lead will monitor and ensure proper flow of product throughout the galvanizing department, as well as overseeing and training teammates on the line. This position is also responsible for communicating information to other departments and teammates as it relates to galvanizing production. The Lead is responsible for establishing and setting the production pace, maintaining efficiency and ensuring quality of galvanized steel. Additional responsibilities will include filling in for other positions in the galvanizing department, and for the Supervisor, as necessary.

Brief Job Description:

Oversight and Participation in the following depending on departmental placement:

• Daily Process Crane Inspections
• Proper hanging, tying and prep of materials for the galvanizing process in a safe and organized manner.
• Safe unstacking of steel products.
• Final inspection of the rigging of the material before starting the pickling process.
• Ensure monitoring of automated crane movements in the process tunnels.
• Proper pickling of material before galvanizing.
• Use of good judgment, ability to follow instructions and good problem-solving abilities.
• Ensures proper vent holes and drain holes are in the material before galvanizing.
• Proper inspection of all lifting equipment prior to use (forklifts, cranes, etc.)
• Safe operation of overhead crane while maneuvering heavy steel products hanging from large racks.
• Filing or grinding of excess zinc, ash or drip marks from ends of product that are created by the hot- dipped process.
• Ensuring proper repair procedures are followed on uncoated areas (how to grind & how to apply paint).
• Works with ARS operators and P.E.'s to ensure process tanks are in proper operating parameters.
• Monitoring of Processing Software to make sure the line moves safely and efficiently.
• Use of good judgment, ability to follow instructions and good problem-solving abilities.
• Company safety and production procedures.

• Competent with Microsoft Office software programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to operate a forklift and overhead crane or the ability to achieve a certification within 30 days of hire.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including scheduled and unscheduled overtime, rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends.

• Leadership 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 and Dependability - Displays personal responsibility with work habits and has ability to hold others accountable for desired results. Being reliable, responsible, and committed to fulfilling obligations and ensuring the success and accountability of the team.
• Communication Skills - The ability to give full attention to what others are saying and communicate information so that others will understand.
• Developing Individuals and Building Teams - Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members as well as coaching, mentoring, teaching, training, or otherwise helping others to improve their skills to work effectively.
• Teamwork - Working as part of a coordinated effort with others to achieve a common goal. This includes making necessary teammate or process adjustments to ensure effective outcomes.
• Initiative - Independently and proactively seeking out work that needs to be done and being willing to take on responsibilities and challenges with minimal oversight.
• Problem Solving & Judgment/Decision Making - Identifying problems and analyzing or reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options in order to choose the most appropriate solution.
• Attention to Detail - Thorough in reviewing and capturing information and apply it in order to accomplish tasks consistently and accurately and ensure that expectations are met.

• Knowledge of hot-dip galvanizing processes and procedures
• Six months previous leadership experience.
• Desire to pursue positions of increased responsibility