Loader

Ryerson; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryerson in the United States seeks a Loader to pull and stage feed stock for production orders, then finish and inspect products to meet customer expectations and quality standards. You will work closely with the production team to ensure timely and accurate material handling in a fast-paced warehouse.

Responsibilities include operating an overhead crane and forklift, using tape measure, micrometer, and caliper, and participating in a registered apprenticeship during onboarding; overtime may be

Qualifications

• Skills-based assessment covers reading, math, inspections & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving.
• 1+ year metals warehouse experience with knowledge of structural steel preferred.
• Overhead crane experience and safe crane operation.
• Ability to use standard measuring tools (tape measure, micrometer, caliper).
• Willing to work overtime; onboarding apprenticeship is required.

Responsibilities

• Final packaging of material per customer specification.
• Staging of material for outbound shipping.
• Maximizing productivity during each job task.
• Work order confirmation on computer.
• Operating an overhead crane to move material as needed.
• Operating a forklift or side loader to move material as needed.
• All other duties as assigned or may change at any time.

Skills

Reading & math

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Metal warehouse experience

Overhead crane operation

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometer

Caliper

Pneumatic hand tools

Job description

Requisition ID3119-Posted09/03/2026-Operations-United States-Full-time

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 Loader you are responsible for pulling and staging feed stock for production orders and finishing and inspecting product to meet customer expectations.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Final packaging of material per customer specification
• Staging of material for outbound shipping
• Maximum productivity during job task
• Work order confirmation on computer
• Operating an overhead crane to move material as needed
• Operating a forklift or side loader to move material as needed
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• Successfully pass a skills-based assessment - evaluates your reading, math, inspections & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• 1+ year of metals warehouse experience with knowledge of structural steel preferred
• Overhead crane experience
• Must be able to safely operate cranes with minimal supervision
• Must be able to accurately use standard measuring tools (tape measure, micrometer, and caliper) as well as pneumatic hand tools
• Must be willing to work overtime when needed
• Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of their onboarding

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.