Assistant Plant Manager - Blytheville, AR (NYS)

About the Role

Safety is the top priority across all Nucor operations, and candidates must demonstrate the ability to lead and uphold safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards. The Assistant Plant Manager for the Air Separation Unit (ASU) in Blytheville, AR will oversee safety, operations, and maintenance of plant systems, ensure production targets are met, and drive continuous performance improvement. This role works closely with key stakeholders to maintain reliable, efficient, and compliant plant operations. The position requires overseeing daily ASU operations, supervising and mentoring plant operators, supporting plant projects such as upgrades and equipment installations, interpreting engineering drawings related to the air‑separation process, and leading the Quality Control Unit to train personnel on QMS and process procedures. • Assist in overseeing daily ASU operations to meet production and safety goals • Supervise, train, and mentor plant operators and staff • Support plant projects including upgrades, equipment installations, and process optimization • Interpret engineering drawings (HMB, P&ID, PFD) for the air‑separation process • Lead the Quality Control Unit and train personnel on QMS and process procedures

Key Responsibilities

• ▸operations oversight
• ▸staff supervision
• ▸project upgrades
• ▸drawing interpretation
• ▸quality control
• ▸safety leadership

What You Bring

Candidates need a high school diploma or GED (technical degree preferred), 5–7 years of experience in operations, technical, or management roles within a continuous process plant—ideally in the industrial‑gas sector—and a solid understanding of safety regulations, instrumentation, electrical, and control systems. Additional advantages include hands‑on experience with mechanical, electrical, and electronic repair tools, and the ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues. • Hold a high school diploma or GED; technical degree preferred • 5–7 years of experience in operations, technical, or management roles within a continuous process plant • Knowledge of safety regulations and operational best practices • Understanding of instrumentation, electrical, and control systems • Experience with tools/equipment for repairing mechanical, electrical, and electronic components • Ability to independently troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve process and equipment issues

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸technical degree
• ▸5‑7 years
• ▸safety
• ▸instrumentation
• ▸troubleshooting

Benefits

Welcome to Nucor, where a unique culture of personal connections, teamwork, and innovative sustainability sets us apart. As North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer and the continent's biggest recycler, Nucor offers stable, rewarding careers. Every day, safety, efficiency, and meaningful relationships drive our success for teammates and the communities we serve. Nucor supports its teammates with comprehensive benefits, including 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. Additional perks such as a yearly KPI bonus, paid vacation, low‑cost healthcare after 30 days, company‑paid life and disability insurance, and matching contributions to retirement and employee stock purchase plans further enhance the package. Learn more at www.Nucor.com/benefits. • Yearly UIG specific KPI bonus in addition to Nucor profit sharing • Paid vacation • Parental leave • Profit sharing payout averaging ~17% of annual earnings • Tuition reimbursement of $5,250 per year • Low‑cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days • Company‑paid life and disability insurance • Company matching 401(k) contributions up to 11% • Employee stock purchase plan with 10% match

Work Environment

Onsite