Auto Pack Operator

Hydro; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement Savings Plan

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions is seeking a production operator for a 12-hour continental night shift (7:15 PM – 7:15 AM) at our Gainesville facility. The role focuses on safe operation, efficient packaging, and accurate batch processing to meet daily production goals. Compensation starts at $23.34/hour with a $1.00/hour shift premium.

Benefits include health, retirement, education assistance, and parental leave. Candidates must be able to lift up to 70 pounds and pass assessments.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work any shift.
• Must complete internal or external assessment to determine appropriate communication, math, and problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate the ability to safely lift up to 70 pounds with a partner.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the Emmebi machine safely to meet production goals.
• Process material through AS400 system.
• Package bundles per pack codes and ensure correct piece counts.
• Print drawings and batch instructions for each run.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership experience

Job description

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 standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Starting Rate of pay: $23.34/HR

$1.00/HR additional for shift premium

Shifts Available and Hours:

12-hour continental night shift: 7:15 PM - 7:15 AM

What you will be doing

• Ability to work safely and effectively, meeting or exceeding production goals.
• Process material through AS400 system.
• Ensure all bundles are packed per the pack codes.
• Ensure piece counts are accurate and correct profiles are packed.
• Responsible for safe operation of the Emmebi machine.
• Loading proper plastic gauge wrap into machine.
• Load proper size wood battens.
• Print all drawings and instructions for each batch.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• The ability to work any shift.
• Must complete internal or external assessment to determine appropriatecommunication, math, and problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate the ability to safely lift up to 70 pounds with a partner.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 years of manufacturing experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of Fabrication processes is a plus.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with fluency in English- both written and verbally.
• Must have ability to work at a fast pace.
• Maintain all the required standards for meeting or exceeding production goals.
• Leadership and coaching.
• Team player; ability to work as a team.
• Self-starter; Adaptable to change.
• Ability to prioritize needs.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job-related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work-related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.