Packaging Operator

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Packaging Operator to join their team. In this role, you will be pivotal in ensuring the efficient staging, packing, and shipping of materials. With a focus on quality and productivity, you will operate forklifts and manage paperwork while adhering to customer specifications. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a respected company, known for its commitment to excellence and employee development. If you're looking to make a significant impact in the metals industry, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of similar job experience preferred.
• Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

• Picking and staging feedstock for fulfillment orders.
• Packaging of material to customer requirements.
• Operating a sit-down or side loader forklift.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving Skills

Basic Math Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Job description

Job Description

Packaging Operator

Salary Range: $22.71 - $22.71

Salary Max: 22.71 USD

Req Id: 449

Workplace Type: On-Site

Job Shift: 2nd

Brand: Ryerson

Job Location: Howard Precision Metals

Posting Start Date: 4/18/25

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 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 Packaging Operator at Ryerson, you will be responsible for day-to-day staging, packing, and picking material for shipments using proper equipment.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Picking and staging feedstock for fulfillment orders
• Breaking down bulk bundles for customer-specific orders
• Packaging of material to customer requirements
• Operating a sit-down or side loader forklift to move material as needed
• Proper completion of paperwork and SAP work order confirmation for shipping/receiving on the computer
• Maximum productivity for finished goods creation
• All other duties as assigned or responsibilities that may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• Successfully pass a skills-based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspection & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Minimum 1 year of similar job experience preferred
• Regular attendance
• Basic math skills
• Basic computer skills and/or comfort using a computer
• 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, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.