Great education on how to do things wrong - Anonymous employee Ryerson Employee Review

1.0
Apr 24, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Got to meet some great people (who were equally as stressed out and overworked and probably underpaid).

Cons

From the top down, bad decisions forced upon employees which caused mass chaos in an ever-increasingly hostile work environment (including requirements of working around construction mess and contractors and noise post-last-minute surprise merger). Absolutely no training in AS400 (which is a VERY outdated DOS-type way to run a business), or any training whatsoever. Deplorable lack of leadership allowed for repeat issues to continue and worsen, including employees "working the system," unprepared and demanding salespeople who seemed to place repeat and undue stress on staff because of unrealistic promises to customers all the time. Basically no internal controls at all. Favoritism, bullying, shenanigans and chaos rule; leaving one to question the moral fiber of the company as a whole. This company is a shining example of how NOT to be successful. There is absolutely no value in the employees--that seems to be the company's long-time culture from what i was told.

Explore other reviews about Ryerson

5.0
Apr 22, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible timing and great work environment

Cons

Need to improve sales for company

avatar
Ryerson Response
1mo
Thank you for being part of Ryerson for over eight years and for taking the time to share such a positive review. We’re glad to hear you value the flexibility and positive work environment, and appreciate you being part of our team.
3.0
May 3, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

big company with over 70,000 items in stock nation wide

Cons

too many product managers that don't seem to be held accountable. warehouse is union and they take pride in shipping quality product

avatar
Ryerson Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for your contributions during your time at Ryerson. We appreciate the work you did while you were here and your perspective on the business. We truly appreciate the work you did with us and wish you continued success in your career.
See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All