Warehouse Operator

Ryerson; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 68,880,000 - 74,390,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryerson in Vernon, CA, is seeking a General Warehouse Associate to maintain stock and support production on the shop floor.

You will pull and stage feedstock, break down bulk bundles, package material, operate machines, confirm work orders, and move materials with overhead crane, forklift, and sideloader. The role includes an enrollment in a registered apprenticeship program and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate overhead crane is preferred.
• Prior CTL, CNC burning and plasma experience preferred.
• Must be able to accurately use standard measuring tools (tape measure, micrometer, and caliper) as well as pneumatic hand tools
• Willing to work overtime when needed
• Successfully pass a skills-based assessment - evaluates reading, math, inspections & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of onboarding

Responsibilities

• Pulling and staging feedstock for production orders
• Breaking down bulk bundles for customer specific orders
• Packaging of material to customer requirements
• Daily machine operation to produce parts to customer specifications
• Work order confirmation on computer
• Operating an overhead crane, forklift, and sideloader to move material as needed
• Truck loading/unloading
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Skills

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Sideloader operation

Quality inspections

Tools

CNC burning

Plasma cutting

Calipers

Micrometer

Tape measure

Job description

Career Opportunities: Warehouse Operator (2936)

Requisition ID2936-Posted09/02/2026-Operations-United States-Full-time

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 General Warehouse Associate you are responsible for maintaining stock levels and production on the shop floor.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Pulling and staging feedstock for production orders
• Breaking down bulk bundles for customer specific orders
• Packaging of material to customer requirements
• Daily machine operation to produce parts to customer specifications
• Work order confirmation on computer
• Operating an overhead crane, forklift, and sideloader to move material as needed
• Truck loading/unloading
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• Ability to safely operate the Overhead crane preferred
• Prior CTL, CNC burning and plasma experience preferred
• Must be able to accurately use standard measuring tools (tape measure, micrometer, and caliper) as well as pneumatic hand tools
• Must be willing to work overtime when needed
• Successfully pass a skills-based assessment - evaluates your reading, math, inspections & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of their onboarding

Pay rate: $24.22/hr . A starting pay rate higher than $ 24.22 per hour is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale.

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.