Production Lead

Production Lead

Date: Jun 19, 2026

Location: Prince George, VA, US, 23875

Company: Nucor

Division: Nucor Insulated Panel Group

Location: Prince George, VA, USA

Other Available Locations: N/A

In alignment with Virginia pay transparency practices, the expected pay range for this position is $100,936$107,001 per annual, based on qualifications and experience. This range is not inclusive of the full value of benefits or other total rewards offered by the company.

Basic Job Functions:

• The teammate in this position must be successful working both independently and as part of a team on projects that help the division achieve its goals.
• Safety, this 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, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
• Collaborating cross-departmentally, ensuring that workflow and resource allocation are efficient, orderly, and prioritized to schedule.
• Gathering, creating, and maintaining records involving, but not limited to, safety, production, inventory, attendance, payroll, equipment inspections/maintenance, teammate development, and disciplinary actions.
• Coaching direct reports to continuously improve their knowledge and skills.
• Lead decisions on the shop floor and direct operations to best achieve organizational goals with Safety, Quality, and Productivity.
• 10-12-hour shifts are basic functions
• Performing other duties as required, including but not limited to running equipment and other production duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in steel continuous lines like insulated metal panel lines, galvanizing lines, coil coating lines, or hot/cold rolling mills.
• 2 years of previous experience leading a team.
• In-depth understanding of divisional priorities and goals, backed by a record of measurable success.
• Proficient in the use of all Microsoft tools for conducting business.
• High school diploma or GED.

Detailed Selection Criteria:

• Communication Skills The ability to give full attention to what others are saying and communicating information so that others will understand.
• Problem Solving & Judgement/Decision Making Identifying problems, gathering and reviewing relevant information, and weighing options to make informed decisions and take effective action.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work Developing specific goals and plans for prioritizing, organizing, and accomplishing individual work and/or the work of the team.
• Attention to Detail Thorough in accomplishing tasks, no matter how small they may be, and taking care to make sure that expectations are met.
• Accountability & Dependability Displays responsibility with work habits and has the ability to hold others accountable for desired results.
• Developing and Building Teams - Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members as well as effectively managing and resolving conflict as needed

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

Nearest Major Market: Richmond