NTSAL Chemical Room Operator
Decatur, GA - USA
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Division: Nucor Towers & Structures Inc
Location: Decatur AL United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Welcome to Nucor where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North Americas largest steel and steel products manufacturer offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continents 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.
Expand with Nucor
Nucor Towers and Structures (NTS) is a new entity within Nucor the largest recycler and largest manufacturer ofsteel and steel products in North America focused on the execution of our strategy to Expand Beyond our corebusiness. As a part of Nucors New Markets product group NTS is focused on the exciting growth potential in thepower distribution market.
Shift: Third Shift
Department: Galvanizing
The Chemical Room Operator for the Galvanizing Department is responsible for operating and monitoring the acid recovery system and flux press equipment. This role supports daily operations by maintaining tank levels monitoring process conditions and preparing byproduct shipments. The position plays a critical role in supporting the plants operational objectives through process optimization environmental compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Additionally the Chemical Room Operator ensures compliance with safety standards oversees chemical storage and boiler/chiller systems and assists with the training and development of teammates within the department.
- Operate the acid recovery system efficiently to keep acid tanks at appropriate levels
- Operate flux press as needed
- Assist in loading the MZR for zinc recovery
- Prepare byproduct shipments
- Work with 1st shift to ensure adequate turnover in pickle tank conditions and levels
- Obtain HAZWOPER certification and maintain good standing on HazMat team
- Maintain accurate documentation for production reporting time tracking and environmental recordkeeping.
- Support new employee onboarding and safety training within the department.
- Lead or participate in Safety Leadership Team meetings and improvement initiatives.
- Maintain safe and clean working conditions and enforce proper use of PPE at all times.
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.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment; chemical processing water treatment galvanizing or related experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations environmental compliance requirements and safe chemical handling practices.
- Ability to read understand and follow operating procedures safety policies and environmental documentation.
- Proficiency with basic computer applications and electronic recordkeeping systems.
- Ability to wear required PPE and work safely around industrial chemicals and process equipment.
- Experience with acid recovery systems water treatment systems or chemical processing operations.
- Experience in a galvanizing or metals manufacturing environment.
- Prior HazMat emergency response or HAZWOPER experience.
- Experience with environmental reporting and regulatory compliance.
Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace
Required Experience:
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Nucor Corporation is the safest, highest quality, lowest cost, most productive and most profitable steel and steel products company in the world.