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Hydro Extrusions; Raeren; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in Raeren, Belgium is seeking a tooling technician to contribute to tooling operations, ensure tool quality, and support new product introductions. The role requires technical tooling experience, precision mechanics skills, and the ability to work independently in a structured manner.

Fluent German is required, with French knowledge desirable and English considered an advantage. The position is based on-site in Raeren, with a focus on achieving On-Time Delivery and collaborating

Qualifications

• Technical training or experience in tooling or precision mechanics.
• Experience in press technology is desirable.
• Ability to work independently, with a structured approach, initiative, and a collaborative mindset.
• Accuracy and reliability.
• Good 3D visualization/spatial awareness skills.
• Strong customer service skills and customer-oriented mindset.
• Fluent German; knowledge of French is desirable, and English is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to achieving health, safety, and environmental objectives.
• Ensure the quality of tools, products, and processes.
• Inspect and correct tools in accordance with samples and drawings.
• Meet and ensure on-time delivery (OTD) to customers.
• Contribute to the development of tooling technology and training.
• Support the introduction of new products; organize the first trial/pressing of a tool.
• Ensure close monitoring of high-risk or problematic tools during extrusion.
• Initiate tool orders and document tool corrections.
• Regularly document progress in the IT system or on paper drawings.
• Review design proposals submitted by tooling suppliers.

Skills

Tooling experience

Precision mechanics

Autonomy & structured approach

3D visualization

Customer-oriented mindset

German language

English advantage

French knowledge desirable

Job description

Location: Raeren, BE, 4730 Career area: Production Department: Dieshop Raeren Job Type: Permanent Apply by: October 30, 2026

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.

What you will be doing

• Contribute to achieving the company’s health, safety, and environmental protection objectives.
• Ensure the quality of tools, products, and processes.
• Inspect and correct tools in accordance with samples and drawings.
• Meet and ensure on-time delivery (OTD) to customers.
• Contribute to the development of tooling technology and training.
• Support the introduction of new products:
• Organize the first trial/pressing of a tool.
  • Ensure close monitoring of high-risk or problematic tools during extrusion.
  • Initiate tool orders.
  • Document tool corrections.
• Regularly document progress in the IT system or on paper drawings.
• Review design proposals submitted by tooling suppliers.

What will make you successful?

• Technical training or experience in tooling or precision mechanics
• Experience in press technology is desirable
• Ability to work independently, with a structured approach, initiative, and a collaborative mindset
• Accuracy and reliability
• Good 3D visualization/spatial awareness skills
• Strong customer service skills and customer-oriented mindset
• Fluent German; knowledge of French is desirable, and English is an advantage

What we offer you

• A secure workplace, a strong team and meaningful work.
• Opportunities to learn, develop your technical expertise and grow professionally.
• A modern working environment where shopfloor employees are connected, informed and involved.

Equal opportunities

At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

About Hydro

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differencesare acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Ourglobal diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusiveworkplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential.With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build acareer that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with apresence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you havethe chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.