Safety Trainee

About the Role

The Safety Trainee reports to the Safety Manager of a multi‑location scrap‑metal recycling operation and assists the safety department in developing, implementing, and managing best‑in‑class safety policies, procedures, training, and awareness programs. The role involves auditing facilities, investigating incidents, delivering training, and serving as the primary contact for OSHA and other regulators. • Audit plants/facilities for safety compliance and correct deficiencies • Investigate accidents and incidents with plant core teams • Prepare and present monthly/annual training and safety meeting topics • Develop, revise, and implement site‑specific safety policies and procedures • Perform air sampling and noise level testing as needed • Approve safety supplies and personal protective equipment • Enforce safety rules and promote positive safety attitudes during yard visits • Maintain accurate documentation, accident logs, and investigation reports • Recommend safety policy changes to corporate staff • Serve as first contact for OSHA and other safety regulators • Build strong relationships with plant managers and supervisors

Key Responsibilities

• ▸safety audits
• ▸incident investigation
• ▸training delivery
• ▸policy development
• ▸regulatory liaison
• ▸safety inspections

What You Bring

Employment is contingent on passing a pre‑employment drug screen, and Nucor is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to a drug‑free workplace. • Travel frequently across the region and work outdoors in extreme weather conditions • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or equivalent safety experience • Strong verbal and written communication with all personnel and regulators • Ability to organize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and computer‑based reporting • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Requirements

• ▸safety degree
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸bilingual
• ▸communication
• ▸independent
• ▸travel

Benefits

Nucor offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, 401(k) and Roth accounts, profit sharing, performance bonuses, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, a stock program, scholarships, and more. • Paid weekly with bonus and profit sharing • Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities • Paid training • Company‑provided uniforms and PPE • Paid vacation – 3 weeks after 1 year • Paid holidays – 10 per year plus 1 personal day • Parental leave • Tuition reimbursement – $5,250 per year for teammates, $2,625 for spouses • Scholarship program – $4,000 per child per year • Low‑cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days • Company‑paid life and disability insurance • Company matching 401(k) plan • Employee stock purchase plan – 10% match

Work Environment

Onsite