About Us
Our History
At age 16, Earle Jorgensen tore out three words from a magazine article that said “Hustle! That’s All” and put it in his wallet. Today those words remain, on signs in our buildings and in the hearts and actions of the people who today make EMJ a company committed to “Making a Material Difference®.”
Jorgensen Steel and Aluminum was founded in 1921 and quickly became a highly-regarded name in the U.S. metal-working industry. Jorgensen grew to stock one of the country’s largest inventories of bar, sheet, plate and structural steel and aluminum. Read the history of EMJ USA.
In 1989, EMJ completed a strategic acquisition to bring their tried and true business model to the Canadian market. From the very start our goal was to be the premier supplier of specialty metal products in Canada. Today EMJ Canada operates from 5 warehouse locations in Canada and 32 locations in the United States providing world class service to various industries.
Timeline of Canadian Events
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Working With EMJ Canada
As a member of Reliance, Inc.’s global family of companies, EMJ Canada offers significant personal and career growth and advancement opportunities.
EMJ Canada is not just a job — it’s where many of our employees choose to dedicate their entire professional lives, building meaningful and rewarding careers with lasting relationships. Taking opportunities to grow and develop their skills. Being encouraged to work together. Giving back to local organizations, and taking part in community events. It’s where they have a second home and a second family.
We Place the Highest Value on
- The health, safety and welfare of all employees
- Teamwork based on mutual trust and respect
- Personal commitment and individual involvement
- Integrity and reliability in all circumstances
Forge a Bold Career in Metals
- Sales & Marketing
- Supply Chain Management
- Operations & Manufacturing
- Accounting & Administration
- Purchasing & Logisitics
Our Core Values
At EMJ Canada, our values drive everything we do—from building trust to delivering quality with every partnership.
Mutual Respect
The recognition and respect each other’s roles, interests & accountabilities.
Positive Communication
Communicate with each other in ways that enhance the business.
Trust
Earn, build, and uphold trust in everything we do.
Team Work
Collaborate to solve problems, decide, and negotiate.
Leadership
Lead with clarity and purpose to drive quality, productivity, and growth.
Customer Satisfaction
Deliver quality that exceeds expectations.
Standards Of Conduct
Maintain high standards of integrity and conduct.
Fairness
Give each other the benefit of the doubt.
Continuous Learning
Excellence requires sustained skill and competence.
Current Openings
Explore exciting career opportunities and grow with a team that values your potential.
Quality
At Earle M. Jorgensen, we are committed to the continuous improvement of our processes and systems. The application of the principles and techniques of quality management result in reduced costs, improved quality and improved relationships between our customers and our suppliers. Our proprietary "Quality Resources" technology based program provides a robust, data-forward platform that drives our quality management system. Quality service is ensured through our company motto – “At EMJ, quality is the way we work”.
All of our locations are certified to the ISO 9001:2015 quality standard through Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance. In addition, our Mississauga and Mascouche facilities have achieved AS 9120 certification, reflecting our ongoing commitment to quality and excellence in the aerospace supply chain.
Our customers’ satisfaction and our quality products and services will continue to be the expected standard for our future.
Certificates
At EMJ Canada, our values drive everything we do—from building trust to delivering quality with every partnership.
Health & Safety
Earle M. Jorgensen Canada is committed to ensuring our place as an industry leader in health and safety. Our goal is to eliminate injuries or illnessess to employees, contractors, or visitors on our premises
Our Edmonton location is COR certified through Partners in Injury Reduction and we have implemented the same program requirements and expectations at all of our locations.
At EMJ Canada, safety is a core value and top priority. We believe that the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees is the foundation of our success.