CTL Operator

Ryerson Canada; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation, sick, holidays

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Ryerson in Elgin, IL is seeking a Cut To Length (CTL) Operator to support daily production. You will set up and operate CTL machines, inspect feedstock and finished parts, and assist maintenance as needed. Starting wage is $29.25 per hour under the union contract.

Eligible employees receive medical/dental/vision, 401(k), paid time off, disability coverage, and well-being programs. Successful candidates will train through a registered apprenticeship program and demonstrate strong attention to

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Cut to Length operator preferred.
• Ability to navigate a computer to locate, enter, and print information.
• Must pass a skills-based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspections and measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Onboarding includes enrollment in a registered apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

• Feedstock material inspection to ensure quality specifications.
• Calibration of measuring equipment (e.g., tape measures) daily.
• Part inspection to ensure quality specifications.
• Basic machine maintenance and assisting maintenance personnel.
• Train others on machines, work cell, or other functions as required.
• Pulling and staging feedstock for production orders.
• All other duties as assigned or may change at any time.

Skills

CTL machine operation

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Job description

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.

As a Cut To Length (CTL) Operator you are responsible for daily Cut to Length machine operation for part processing. Machine set-up, potential CNC Machine set-up.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Feedstock material inspection to ensure quality specifications
• Calibration of measuring equipment (checking measuring equipment, i.e. tape measures, each day prior to using it in the course of a shift)
• Part inspection to ensure quality specifications
• Basic machine maintenance, including assisting maintenance personnel during breakdowns
• Ability and willingness to effectively train others on machines, work cell, or other business functions as required
• Pulling and staging feedstock for production orders
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• 3 - 5 years of experience as a skilled Cut to Length machine operator preferred
• Ability to navigate on a computer to find information, enter information when prompted, and print as necessary
• Successfully pass a skills-based assessment - evaluates your reading, math, inspections & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of their onboarding

Starting wage for this position is $29.25 per hour, according to our union contract.

Ryerson offers eligible employees the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Paid vacation, sick, and holidays
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Telehealth and Wellness Programs
• Annual or Sales incentive plan where applicable

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.