Cut-To-Length Operator — Skilled Machinist Path

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K plan

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Short-term and long-term disability

Telehealth

Wellness programs

Annual incentive plan

Job summary

Ryerson is seeking a skilled Cut To Length (CTL) Operator in Elgin, IL. You will operate CTL machines daily, perform set-up, and assist with potential CNC setup as needed, ensuring high-quality outputs in a fast-paced metal processing environment.

The role emphasizes rigorous quality checks, calibration of measuring equipment, part inspection, and basic machine maintenance. Successful candidates will train others on machines and on the production cell, with enrollment in a registered

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a CTL operator.
• Ability to operate CTL machinery and perform set-up tasks.
• Pass a skills-based assessment during onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Feedstock inspection to ensure quality specifications.
• Calibrate measuring equipment daily and before use.
• Part inspection to ensure quality specifications.
• Basic machine maintenance and support during breakdowns.
• Train others on machines or production cells as required.
• Pull and stage feedstock for production orders.
• Other duties as assigned or as changes occur.

Skills

Cut to Length operation

Computer literacy

Skills-based assessment

Apprenticeship onboarding

Job description

Ryerson is seeking a skilled Cut To Length (CTL) Operator in Elgin, IL. You will operate CTL machines daily, perform set-up, and assist with potential CNC setup as needed, ensuring high-quality outputs in a fast-paced metal processing environment.

The role emphasizes rigorous quality checks, calibration of measuring equipment, part inspection, and basic machine maintenance. Successful candidates will train others on machines and on the production cell, with enrollment in a registered