Production Lead-2nd Shift-Fontana

Location: Fontana, CA, United States Other Available Locations: N/A 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 such as 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. Hourly Rate: $18 – $24.00 (experienced Rebar Fabricators encouraged to apply, wage DOE) Weekly Production Bonus Profit Share 5‑Year Average: 20.17% of annual eligible earnings A full benefits package includes Medical/Dental/Vision insurances; Life Insurance, Paid Vacation and Holidays; 401k and Stock Purchase Plan with Employer Match; College Tuition Reimbursement and College Tuition Scholarship program for dependents of teammates. Purpose: Promotes and expects from others conduct consistent with NRF’s vision and values. Works with fellow shop leads and supervisors to establish daily work assignments to maximize shift operations. Responsible for department teammates, safety, shop housekeeping, and meeting production quality and quantity standards. Conducts continuous department walkthroughs to maintain the highest safety standards. Assists leads in assigning mentors and training teammates in the safe and efficient use of equipment. Maintains shared responsibility and accountability for team safety, shop housekeeping, production, and quantity standards. Understands and assigns daily workload to the team. Responsibilities: Responsible for all department operations such as: Shearing machine to cut reinforcing steel bars to specific lengths. Bending machine to bend reinforcing steel bars to specific shape. Forklift to move, assemble, and select material to be fabricated or shipped. Overhead crane to move, assemble, and select material to be fabricated or shipped. Grit blaster and powder coating booth to clean and epoxy coat bars. Power spray gun for application of epoxy touch‑up paint. Other various hand tools to assist in the fabrication process. Continuous communication with supervisors and other department leads. Troubleshoot production problems to minimize delays and ensure equipment functions safely and efficiently. Assist in maintaining all department equipment. Conduct department quality control—routine walkthroughs and inspections to ensure accurate fabrication, correct quantity, correct tagging, and timely completion of tasks. Oversee inventory needs and assist in the ordering process. Oversee department maintenance and needs. Ensure all policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are followed. Collect necessary data for production reports, timesheets, incentive calculations, and other reports as required by supervisors. Operate computer equipment often and efficiently. Maintain a clean and safe department environment. Provide limited assistance in operations to ensure shift work is done efficiently and on time. Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor. Minimum Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future. Must have a high school diploma, GED, or local/state equivalent. Minimum 5 years in a production environment or related experience. Minimum 3 years in a supervisory role. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel. Detailed Selection Criteria: Skilled in communication, supervision, and planning. Basic knowledge of business, labor relations, and industrial regulations. Highly motivated and self‑starter. Promotes a positive attitude toward NRF safety culture. Ability to track and trace heat numbers. Understands and controls inventory process and drop bundles. Preferences: Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Working knowledge of branch software programs such as Navision, Dayforce, aSa. Understanding of branch production flow. Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA Industrial Safety Standards. OSHA 30 certified. Crane trainer certified. Able to operate all department equipment efficiently. Special Demands: Position is safety sensitive. Must be able to work overtime when required. Must be able to work any shift. Physical Demands: Some heavy lifting may be necessary. Working conditions can be noisy, dusty, hot, or cold. Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr