General Laborer - Portland

Norsk Hydro; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plan

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Norsk Hydro in Portland, OR is seeking a Main Plant Supervisor for the grave shift. The role involves ensuring packing readiness, material handling, and safe operation of packaging lines in a heavy manufacturing setting.

The position requires basic English proficiency, ability to read measurements, operate saws and banders, and maintain reliable attendance on a fast-moving conveyor line.

Qualifications

• Must read and understand and deliver basic commands in English.
• Must be able to use and maintain all basic tools and measuring equipment pertinent to their position.
• Must be able to keep up with a moderate speed conveyor line.
• Must be able to maintain regular / reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Receives and print packing order from computer and determinates that correct packing materials are avaiable at packing station.
• Cuts wood on saw to use for packing or banding.
• With assistance of a co-worker for long extrusions, lift metal from rack to packing cart and use prescribed material to hand bundles per customer specifications.
• Loads metal onto conveyor belt to go through auto wrapper.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Attendance reliability

Conveyor line pace

Tools

Tape measure

Computer use

Saw operation

Cordless bander

Job description

Location: Portland (OR), OR, US, 97211 Career area: Production Department: Main Plant Supervisor 7 & 9 Grave Shift Job Type: Permanent Apply by: September 30, 2026

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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

• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

Starting Rate of pay: $19 per hour

What you will be doing

• Receives and print packing order from computer and determinates that correct packing materials are avaiable at packing station.
• Cuts wood on saw to use for packing or banding.
• With assistance of a co-worker for long extrusions, lift metal from rack to packing cart and use prescribed material to hand bundles per customer specifications.
• Loads metal onto conveyor belt to go through auto wrapper.
• Other duties as assigned.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• Must read and Undestand and deliver basic commands in English.
• Must be able to use and maintain all basic tools and measuring equipment pertinent to their specific position.
• Must be able to keep up with a moderate speed conveyor line.
• Must be able to maintain regular / reliable attendance.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability to read tape measure.
• Ability to operate computer for customer specifications.
• Ability to operate saw to cut wood.
• Ability to operate cordless bander.

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.

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

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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.