General Laborer - Portland

Norsk Hydro; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans with Company…

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in Portland, OR is hiring for a production worker. Responsibilities include stacking, inspecting, packaging, labeling extrusions, handling materials, and maintaining a safe work area. Must read basic English, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Forklift experience and preferred high school diploma. Starting pay is $19 per hour with a $1 shift premium for night shift (10:30pm–7:00am, Sun–Thu).

Qualifications

• Must read and understand deliver basic commands in English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform repetitive physical tasks while standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work flexible shifts, including overtime as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, or aluminum extrusion experience.
• Forklift experience or certification.
• Familiarity with quality inspection and material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Stack, inspect, package, and label aluminum extrusions according to quality and customer specifications.
• Remove finished products from production lines and assist with material handling.
• Perform visual quality inspections and report defects.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and support general production operations as assigned.
• Others duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Quality inspection equipment

Job description

Location: Portland (OR), OR, US, 97211 Career area: Production Department: Press # 10 Job Type: Permanent Apply by: October 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 Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

Starting Rate of pay: $19 per hour

Shifts Available and Hours: (10:30pm -7:00am) Sunday-Thursday

Shift Premium: $1.00/hour extra for shift differential

What you will be doing

• Stack, inspect, package, and label aluminum extrusions according to quality and customer specifications.
• Remove finished products from production lines and assist with material handling.
• Perform visual quality inspections and report defects.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and support general production operations as assigned.
• Others duties as assigned.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• Must read and understand deliver basic commands in English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform repetitive physical tasks while standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work flexible shifts, including overtime as needed.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, or aluminum extrusion experience.
• Forklift experience or certification.
• Familiarity with quality inspection and material handling equipment.

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 centurie'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.