Shift Area Leader - 3rd Shift - Shipping

Ryerson; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation, sick, holidays

Short-term and long-term disability

Telehealth and Wellness

Job summary

Central Steel & Wire in Illinois is seeking an Area Lead for the third shift (Mon–Fri, 10:00 PM–6:30 AM). You will oversee the warehouse team, operate material handling equipment, and support production goals while maintaining a safety‑driven environment.

The role requires 3–5 years in a leadership capacity, experience with material handling equipment, and the ability to train staff. SAP knowledge is a plus; physical requirements must be met.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a lead role.
• Experience operating equipment such as overhead crane, side loader, forklift.
• Ability to train and develop staff; strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn SAP and improve proficiency.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must pass physical requirements exam (vision, hearing, mobility).

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized material handling equipment including overhead crane, side loader, and forklift.
• Lead and fill in for team during high demand; supervise safeties and production huddles.

Skills

Leadership

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Communication

Tools

SAP

Job description

Summary

Welcome to Central Steel & Wire, part of the Ryerson Family of Companies, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1909, 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. Central Steel & Wire offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

Summary

Welcome to Central Steel & Wire, part of the Ryerson Family of Companies, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1909, 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. Central Steel & Wire offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

As an Area Lead with Central Steel & Wire, you will oversee the warehouse team and assist the third shift Supervisor with production and department goals.

This position is third shift. The hours for this position are Monday through Friday from 10pm to 6:30am.

Roles And Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will operate motorized material handling equipment such as an overhead crane, side loader, and forklift
• It is also a requirement that when short-handed or during periods of high demand, Leadership is responsible for filling in where needed
• Responsible for training staff to ensure they are fully trained for the tasks they are performing. Coaches, mentors, counsels, and develops
• Effectively leads pre-shift safety and production huddles with the team
• Ensure corrective actions are carried out to eliminate workplace hazards
• Reacts to machinery breakdowns by directing repairs when possible, arranging for outside repairs or reassignment of personnel as needed
• Assume short-term responsibility for management absences as requested
• 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
• 3-5 years of experience
• Experience operating equipment and ability to recognize materials in the service center
• Possesses leadership abilities and has a desire to advance and solid interpersonal communication skills required
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a rapidly changing environment
• Flexible, dependable, and solutions-oriented
• The successful candidate is expected to develop proficiency in SAP as part of their role. Prior experience is not required, but a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn and become proficient in SAP is essential.
• Physical ability to pass physical requirements exam for vision, hearing, and mobility

Salary: $29.09 - $30.40 per hour. A starting rate higher than $29.09 per hour is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale.

Central Steel & Wire offers eligible employees the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, sick, and holidays
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Telehealth and Wellness Programs

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.