Grinder Operator

Summary

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best‑in‑class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality‑focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

The PLC Machine Operator is responsible for operating PLC‑controlled equipment used in the processing of steel and aluminum products. This includes grinding and polishing steel/aluminum sheets, plates, and billets, as well as coil processing including slitting, coil polish, coil buff, and cut‑to‑length (CTL) operations.

• Operate PLC‑controlled machinery using HMIs, push buttons, and established procedures.
• Perform grinding and polishing of steel and aluminum sheets, plates, and billets, and coil processing including slitting, coil polish, coil buff, and cut to length.
• Inspect materials using calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and ultrasonic measuring devices.
• Handle materials using overhead cranes, gantry cranes, jib cranes, forklifts, sheet lifters, vacuum lifters, and plate handlers (experience a plus).
• Assist with skid building and packaging of finished materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all SMP/Ryerson safety requirements.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Successfully pass a skills‑based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspection & measurement, attention to detail, and problem‑solving skills.
• Minimum 2 years of similar job experience preferred; industrial machine operation or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read measuring tools and follow written procedures.
• Material handling experience (overhead crane, forklift, vacuum lifters, plate handlers, etc.) a plus but not required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in an industrial environment.
• Physical ability to pass physical requirements exam for vision, hearing, and mobility.
• Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of their onboarding and new hire training.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, or any other federal, state or local protected class or artificial barrier.