Machine Operator - Welding

Ryerson Canada; Schofield (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryerson is seeking a Machine Operator - Welder at our Norlen operation in Wisconsin. You will join a hands-on, apprenticeship-friendly environment to set up machines, process parts, and inspect for quality.

On-the-job training includes enrolling in a registered apprenticeship program, with emphasis on safety, measurement accuracy, and teamwork. This role offers solid career growth in the metals industry within a collaborative, quality-focused facility.

Qualifications

• Ability to read mechanical drawings and interpret specs.
• Experience with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, bore gauges).
• Must be safety conscious and a team player.
• Must successfully pass a skills-based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspection, and problem-solving.
• Onboarding includes enrollment in a registered apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

• Set up and shut down a machine for production runs.
• Manage scrap and ensure material integrity.
• Inspect parts to meet quality specifications.
• Calibrate measuring equipment and verify finish size and accuracy.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE; adapt to evolving duties.

Skills

Reading mechanical drawings

Precision measuring equipment

Team player

Safety conscious

Education

Apprenticeship program enrollment

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Bore gauges

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 Machine Operator - Welder at Norlen, part of Ryerson family of companies, you are responsible for machine setup, part processing, and part inspection.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Set-up & shutdown of machine
• Scrap management for remnants
• Material inspection to ensure quality specifications
• Calibration of measuring equipmentEnsuring the size material finish and accuracy of the finished goods
• Working in a safe manner as outlined during training and using prescribed safety equipment including PPE
• 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
• Strong ability to read mechanical drawings and use precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, bore gauges)
• Must be safety conscious and a team player
• 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

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.