Cast Lead Trainee - Yankton

Hydro Extrusion USA, LLC; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life

Retirement Savings Plan

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in Yankton, SD is seeking a Cast Lead Trainee for the casthouse. You will learn current casting operations, prepare moulds and tables, and support production across day or night shifts.

Starting pay is $22 per hour with a $2 per hour night shift differential. A $500 sign-on bonus and potential profit sharing enhance compensation in a permanent production role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to handle both large pieces and small pieces of aluminum extrusions.
• Good vision or corrective lenses to detect visual defects.
• Ability to communicate (written and verbal) with all employees.

Responsibilities

• Learn all the functions and duties of a pit and assume casting operator duties as needed (day or night).
• Prepare casting tables for production (clean and repair as needed).
• Prepare moulds on casting tables, wipe out and clean, reapply graphkote seals.
• Change out moulds when necessary and monitor oil system.
• Clean casting troughs (repair as needed) and clean and replace filters for casting metal.
• Plug and unplug furnaces and adjust metal flow while casting.
• Take proper metal samples while casting.

Skills

Heat tolerance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Cast Lead Trainee - Yankton

Location: Yankton, SD, US, 57078

Career area: Production

Department: Casthouse B Days

Job Type: Permanent

Apply by: November 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 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: $22 per hour

Shift Available and Hours: Night Shift

$500 Sign-on bonus

+$2/hour for night shift differential

Eligible for monthly profit sharing. (With profit sharing, earnings can increase by ~$1.50-$3.00/hour.)

What you will be doing

• Learn all the functions and duties of a pit and when required, take on roll of casting operator regardless of shift (day or night).
• Prepare casting tables for production process (clean and repair as needed).
• Prepare moulds on casting tables, (wipe out & clean, reapply graphkote seals).
• Change out moulds when necessary and monitor oil system.
• Clean casting troughs (repair as needed) and clean and replace filters for casting metal.
• Plug and unplug furnaces and adjust metal flow while casting.
• Take proper metal samples while casting.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• Must be able to handle both large pieces and small pieces of aluminum extrusions.
• Must be able to have good vision or corrective lens to see visual defects.
• Must have ability to communicate (both written & verbal) and work well with all employees.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Able to work in extreme heat or cold conditions.
• Ability to function successfully in a fast-paced, changing work environment
• Ability to work based on criteria under work environment.
• Self-motivated and willingness to learn.

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.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at [e-mail]

Why Hydro?

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.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.

Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace 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 a career that aligns with your strengths and passions.

Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.