Does Russel Metals pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Russel Metals employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Russel Metals. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Russel Metals?

60% of Russel Metals employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Russel Metals 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.9 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Russel Metals?

Inside Sales Representative (6) , Credit Analyst (4) , CAD Programmer (3) , Crane Operator (3) , Manager (3) , Sales (3) , Sales Representative (3) , Accounts-Receivable Clerk (2) , Forklift Operator (2) , Outside Sales Representative (2) , Press Brake Operator (2) , Sales Associate (2)

What are the pros of working at Russel Metals according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits with paid vacation" ((in 7 reviews)); "Laid back atmosphere, all good people" ((in 6 reviews)); "Awesome bonus and Nice people to work with." ((in 5 reviews)); "Work life balance and great colleagues" ((in 5 reviews)); "Lot to learn, coworkers friendly and helping." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Russel Metals according to real employee reviews?

"Bad management" ((in 9 reviews)); "Slow growth and low pay" ((in 7 reviews)); "Definite favoritism and work politics" ((in 3 reviews))

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Russel Metals Reviews

3.3

60% would recommend to a friend

(85 total reviews)

John Reid

68% approve of CEO

43% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Diversity and inclusion

2.9

Culture and values

2.8

Career opportunities

2.6

Senior management

Russel Metals has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 85 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Russel Metals employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

85 reviews

5.0

15 June 2026

Great co-workers and vibe, but lack flexibility

Credit analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Work life balance, great co-workers, friendly vibe

Cons

lack of flexible schedule, work from home is not an option

5.0

2 June 2026

Good place to work with no specific downsides

Cad programmer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

good place to work with

Cons

currently nothing specific to mention

3.0

27 May 2026

Decent pay and work-life balance, but management lacks capabilities

Material handler/forklift operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Decent pay for what one does Work/life balance Peers are easygoing

Cons

Some supervisors lack focus Ongoing feeling of warehouse vs management friction Excessive absenteeism

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Jobs at Russel Metals

Shipping and Receiving Administrative Assistant

Dubuque, IA

USD 41K - USD 51K /yr

Crane Operator/Loader

USD 39K - USD 54K /yr

(Glassdoor Est.)

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Material Handler - 1st Shift

Tampa, FL

USD 41K - USD 54K /yr

(Glassdoor Est.)

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