Ryerson Careers, Benefits, Review

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core value of Ryerson’s culture. Diverse perspectives and ideas are essential to the sustainability of our business and are key to driving a successful corporate strategy by unlocking the great potential of our workforce, and attracting and retaining talent.   Our commitment to DEI initiatives does not stop with policy. We include and engage our employees and have established the Ryerson Diversity and Inclusion Council (DEI Council), comprised of employees from across functions, locations, and levels of the organization.   The DEI Council’s mission is to foster an environment across the organization that values the diversity of experiences and perspectives and encourages inclusivity in all aspects of the business. Only by respecting each of our unique perspectives, experiences and needs can we unlock the full potential of our workforce and attract the best talent.

Ryerson is a leading value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China. Founded in 1842, Ryerson has around 4,000 employees in approximately 100 locations. 

We offer one of the industry’s largest metals inventories and a wide variety of processing and fabrication capabilities. Along with our size and scale, we have dedicated teams that specialize in a range of products, services, and industries. These experts approach your challenges head-on, giving you insight and solutions tailored to your business. 

Put simply, we have the know-how to create meaningful value for the people, industries and communities we serve. It enables us to go beyond the products and services we offer and build a more sustainable world.

We’re powered by the best and brightest.

Experts and entrepreneurs. Pioneers and problem-solvers. Innovators and insiders. This is the backbone of our business. If you’re the kind of person who seeks out challenges and thrives on the results, Ryerson has a place for you. We attract diverse and qualified professionals from around the world, and we provide them with the opportunities to build a meaningful career with a recognized industry leader.

Here are a few key reasons our people come to work with us.

We have aggressive ambitions for growth.
We hire people with expertise across a range of markets and specialties. We’re on the floor and in the field, on the road and in the office. Wherever we work, it’s the collective power of our knowledge that drives our performance and growth.

We are committed to developing our people.
We hold fast to the belief that, when we find good people, we do what we can to keep them. As part of our team, you can take your career down a number of paths. No matter what you specialize in—operations, sales, marketing, finance, engineering, accounting—we provide ongoing opportunities to advance into management and executive leadership positions.

We offer global employment opportunities.
We have offices and facilities across the United States, Canada, Mexico and China and we’re poised to grow in more regions and emerging markets the world over. 

We reward based on personal contribution.
Our pay philosophy recognizes that our people are the most important strategic resource for Ryerson. So we reward our salaried associates based on their unique contributions to the success of the business. 

Ready to put your passion to work? Explore Ryerson jobs and apply today. 

Ryerson is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

With over 4,000 employees at over 100 locations across North America, we understand that diversity makes us a better employer. Ryerson supports the Association of Women in the Metal Industries (AWMI), and our own sponsorship program for women provides opportunities for professional development through mentorship. Ryerson is also committed to employing veterans and matching skills acquired during military service.

Ryerson is supports employee wellbeing both in and outside of the workplace, and this includes building a strong culture of safety. Our Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) policy reinforces the goal of a zero-injury workplace, and we promote this through regular safety events as well as our annual company-wide Safety Week.

Over 180 years in the making, today’s Ryerson is the product of the hard work of our employees. As our teams grow with Ryerson, we strive to celebrate individual successes and collective wins, recognizing that engagement and collaboration are key to building a better Ryerson for the future.

Ryerson offers many programs to help employees expand their knowledge and practice new skills. Some of our top offerings include:

Ryerson Academy: This immersive 12-week sales training program equips customer-facing representatives with invaluable selling skills and metal knowledge. Participants learn to build sustainable relationships with our customers and approach sales with a solution-oriented mindset.

Internships: Select undergraduate students are mentored by current Ryerson employees as they gain professional experience and contribute to impactful projects. Upon completion, graduates have the opportunity to transition to a full-time role that aligns with their internship experience and career goals.

Apprenticeships: Ryerson’s federally recognized apprenticeship program awards participants with a Journeyman Certificate at the end of their chosen program. We offer a multitude of fully paid apprenticeships for technically skilled positions such as CNC plasma operator, CDL operator, press brake operator, and industrial salesperson, among other specialized roles.

Leadership Development: We strive to create industry leaders across all departments at Ryerson and we demonstrate this value by offering several leadership development initiatives to current and future leaders. In-house programs include the Ryerson Leadership Series, Ryerson’s New Manager Training Program, and our Ryerson Certified Trainer Program. Third-party offerings are also available to employees who wish to pursue AMA certifications, PMP certifications, or Six Sigma certifications.   

DEI Programming: All employees are encouraged to engage with organizational DEI initiatives. Participation by employees is crucial to building an inclusive company culture.  Ryerson’s DEI Council meets regularly to administer various events at the local level and regionally. We offer an annual DEI Training Series Program and our Women’s Sponsorship Program helps support emerging leaders in a traditionally gendered industry.