Production Associate | Hiring Event

Worthington Industries Inc.; Monroe (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $20/hour

Shift premiums $1.50 (2nd)

Shift premiums $0.75 (3rd)

Profit sharing

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits (Day

Overtime pay 1.5x & 2x

Paid lunch breaks

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Worthington Steel in Ohio is seeking dependable Production Associates to build a long-term manufacturing career. Training begins on 1st Shift (7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) for 2–6 weeks, then transitions to permanent 2nd or 3rd shifts with premium pay.

Starting pay is $20.00/hour with $1.50 and $0.75 shift premiums, plus overtime, tuition assistance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. Apply to join a hands-on team focused on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 2nd and/or 3rd shift following the training period.
• Demonstrated reliability and commitment to consistent attendance.
• Ability to perform physical, repetitive work and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate steel processing equipment
• Load, unload, and move steel materials
• Package and inspect finished products
• Follow safety procedures and maintain quality standards

Skills

Reliability

Attendance

Team player

Problem solving

Job description

Before You Apply

This opportunity may be a great fit if you:

• Are available to work 2nd or 3rd shift after completing training on 1st shift
• Have a strong record of reliable attendance and dependability
• Are ready to commit to a full-time manufacturing career
• Enjoy physical, hands‑on work in a team environment

Why Worthington Steel?

• Starting Pay: $20.00/hour
• $1.50/hour 2nd Shift Premium
• $0.75/hour 3rd Shift Premium
• Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Day 1 Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Overtime Pay: 1.5x after 40 hours and 2x after 48 hours worked per week
• Paid Lunch Breaks
• 401(k) with Company Match and Employer Contribution
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave

About the Opportunity

We're looking for dependable, motivated people who want to build a long-term career in manufacturing. No manufacturing experience? No problem. If you have a strong work ethic, a commitment to showing up every day, and a willingness to learn, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

Schedule

Training begins on 1st Shift (7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) for approximately 2 to 6 weeks before transitioning to one of the following permanent shifts:

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (+$2.00/hour)
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (+$2.00/hour)

What You’ll Do

• Operate steel processing equipment
• Load, unload, and move steel materials
• Package and inspect finished products
• Follow safety procedures and maintain quality standards

What We’re Looking For

• Show up on time and are committed to reliable attendance
• Take pride in producing quality work
• Work well as part of a team
• Solve problems and continuously improve
• Want to learn, grow, and build a long-term career

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work 2nd and/or 3rd shift following the training period
• Demonstrated reliability and commitment to consistent attendance
• Ability to perform physical, repetitive work and lift up to 50 pounds
• Basic math skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing, warehouse, construction, or mechanical experience
• Experience operating industrial equipment or machinery

Build More Than a Job. Build a Career.

At Worthington Steel, we're committed to helping our employees succeed. Many of our supervisors and leaders started as Production Associates, and we're proud to invest in our people through hands‑on training, career development, and a culture built on the Golden Rule.

About Us

Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in, but your previous experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.

Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel’s expertise in carbon flat‑roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.

As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America, Worthington Steel and its approximately 6,000 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers’ visions through value‑added processing capabilities including galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven states and 10 countries. Following a people‑first Philosophy, commitment to sustainability and proven business system, Worthington Steel’s purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers, creating opportunities for employees and strengthening its communities.

Worthington Steel Inc., and its subsidiaries, is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability or veteran’s status.

Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel’s expertise in carbon flat‑roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.

As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America, Worthington Steel and its approximately 6,000 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers’ visions through value‑added processing capabilities including galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven states and 10 countries. Following a people‑first Philosophy, commitment to sustainability and proven business system, Worthington Steel’s purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers, creating opportunities for employees and strengthening its communities.