Inspector- Scale Operator - 12th Street at Nucor Corporation in Kansas City, Kansas

Job Description:

Basic Job Functions:



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.


This position would be a hybrid with responsibilities of both an Inspector and Scale Operator

• Assist and direct customers to proper location to unload materials


• Inspect for the existence of flammable, radioactive, hazardous, and/or leaded materials. Inspect materials for liquids, non-metallic and all other posted or non-posted materials that are non-acceptable (i.e., propane tanks, PCBs, batteries, etc.)


• Ensure that any materials not allowed are not left on Company property


• Remove and properly store any items or material occasionally


• General duties involving physical handling of materials, supplies, etc.


• Obtain required information from customers for all transactions, complete required purchasing and shipping documents, and conduct daily reconciliations.


• Ensure regulatory and company requirements are met.


• Coordinate shipments (rail and truck) and maintain safety records.


• May assist other workers as needed.


• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years in an industrial/outdoor work environment


• 5-day work week; Monday-Friday 6:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Hours are subject to change.


• Must be efficient, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with customers.


• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency


• Working experience around large trucks and heavy equipment preferred.


• Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions


• Basic computer knowledge


• A High School diploma or GED is required.


• Ability to work with others and be part of the team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Detailed Selection Criteria:



Application must be complete and include previous work history time frame dates, position titles, job duties and responsibilities to be considered.


Please include all applicable experience.



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