Production Associate | 2nd & 3rd Shift

Worthington Steel; Cuyahoga Heights (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Quarterly profit sharing

Paid training

Boot allowance

On-site fitness center

Barbershop

401(k)

Career development

Job summary

Worthington Steel is hiring a Production Associate for 2nd and 3rd shifts to help manufacture steel products across North America. You will complete hands-on training and join a team focused on safety and efficiency in production.

Starting pay is competitive with a $1.50/hour shift differential, plus Day 1 benefits, quarterly profit sharing, and growth opportunities within a people-first company.

Qualifications

• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive physical work.
• Reliable transportation is required, as this facility is not accessible by public transportation, walking, or biking
• Flexibility to work 2nd or 3rd shift
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes
• Move, stage, and handle steel safely
• Package, band, weigh, and inspect finished products
• Load and unload production equipment
• Perform quality checks to ensure product excellence
• Work safely while meeting production goals

Skills

Reading tape measure

Lifting 50 lbs

Dependable attendance

Shift flexibility

Age 18+

Background check

Job description

Production Associate | 2nd & 3rd Shift

Build a Career, Not Just a Job

Looking for a stable manufacturing career where your hard work is valued?

Join Worthington Steel and earn competitive pay, Day 1 benefits, quarterly profit sharing, paid training, and opportunities to build a long-term career. Many of our supervisors and leaders started in this very role.

This opportunity is available for new external applicants only.

Pay & Benefits

• Starting at $20.00/hour, with higher starting pay based on manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, or equipment operation experience
• $1.50/hour shift differential
• Quarterly profit sharing and attendance incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
• 401(k)
• Overtime paid at 1.5x (double time after 48 hours)
• Paid training
• Boot allowance
• On-site fitness center and barbershop
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Why Worthington Steel

At Worthington Steel, the only thing stronger than steel is our people.

We're a people-first company built on the Golden Rule, treating others with respect and doing the right thing. We invest in our employees, promote from within, and provide opportunities to learn new skills and build lasting careers.

Schedule

• Paid first-shift training (7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) for approximately 90 days
• Transition to one of the following shifts:
  • 2nd Shift: 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  • 3rd Shift: 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• 8-hour shifts with a paid lunch
• Most weeks total 48 hours, including mandatory weekend coverage (typically on 1st shift). This schedule keeps operations consistent and ensures everyone has clear, predictable hours each week.

What You'll Do

As a Production Associate, you'll help produce high-quality steel products used by leading automotive manufacturers across North America.

Every day, you'll work with your team to safely operate equipment, move materials throughout the facility, inspect finished products, and keep production running efficiently.

Responsibilities include:

• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes
• Move, stage, and handle steel safely
• Package, band, weigh, and inspect finished products
• Load and unload production equipment
• Perform quality checks to ensure product excellence
• Work safely while meeting production goals

You’ll receive hand-on training from experienced team members who are committed to helping you succeed.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive physical work
• Reliable transportation is required, as this facility is not accessible by public transportation, walking, or biking
• Flexibility to work 2nd or 3rd shift
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Preferred Experience

• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, construction, farming, military, or other industrial environments is a plus
• Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, or other industrial equipment is preferred, but we’ll provide training for motivated candidates

What to Expect

We move quickly! Qualified candidates can expect to hear from our recruiting team within 1 to 2 business days to schedule a brief phone interview.

Please watch your phone, voicemail, email, and text messages after applying so you don’t miss the opportunity to connect with us.

Ready to Build Your Future?

If you're dependable, safety-minded, and looking for a long-term career with opportunities to learn and grow, apply today.

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