What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hot Mill Roll Shop Lead position at Nucor Steel?
Hot Mill Roll Shop Lead
Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Apple Grove, WV, US, 25502
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Steel West Virginia LLC
Location: Apple Grove, WV, 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 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.
Basic Job Functions:
Key responsibilities include:
- Promoting and maintaining Nucor's safety culture.
- Leading and coordinating roll shop operations and team activities.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives related to roll performance and quality.
- Conducting roll trials and implementing roll surface enhancements.
- Assisting with roll change activities alongside the TCM team.
- Utilizing data and analytics to drive decision-making and operational improvements.
- Focusing on teammate growth, development, and performance through coaching and leadership.
- Supporting operational excellence, productivity, and quality objectives.
The successful candidate must be willing and able to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, scheduled overtime, and unscheduled overtime as needed.
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Prior leadership or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in a mill roll shop, rolling mill, or related steel manufacturing operation.
- Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Demonstrated ability to analyze data and use data-driven decision-making to improve safety, quality, productivity, and performance.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to teammate development, continuous improvement, and fostering a positive team culture.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 year of prior leadership or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 3 years of experience in a mill roll shop, rolling mill, or related steel manufacturing operation.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Huntington
Nearest Secondary Market: Ashland