Lead Press Crew Operator - Aluminum Extrusion

Norsk Hydro; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans

Education Assistance

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Lead Operator for the Press Crew to oversee day and night shifts, focusing on safety, quality, and productivity. You will review schedules, direct team members, and ensure adherence to extrusion processes.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in aluminum extrusion manufacturing and leadership, with experience in die changes and production reporting. Shift premiums apply; retirement savings and education assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in aluminum extrusion manufacturing.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Lead Operator, Press Crew Operator, or similar leadership role within an extrusion environment.
• Proven experience coordinating and directing press crew activities.
• Experience performing die changes, startup and shutdown procedures, and troubleshooting extrusion processes.
• Demonstrated ability to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily press crew operations by prioritizing safety, quality, productivity, housekeeping, and adherence to established extrusion processes and procedures.
• Conduct shift-start safety toolbox talks and perform routine safety and housekeeping audits, escalating concerns and corrective actions to the Extrusion Supervisor.
• Review production schedules and provide clear direction to team members to ensure production goals, customer requirements, and quality standards are achieved.
• Monitor crew performance throughout the shift, identify operational issues, and communicate performance, training, or process concerns to leadership.
• Oversee the production of quality extrusions by ensuring compliance with work instructions, quality procedures, and customer specifications.
• Coordinate and support die changes, minimizing equipment downtime and maximizing operational efficiency.
• Complete accurate production, quality, and operational documentation and support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives across the department.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Safety compliance

English communication

Troubleshooting

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Hydro Extrusions in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Lead Operator for the Press Crew to oversee day and night shifts, focusing on safety, quality, and productivity. You will review schedules, direct team members, and ensure adherence to extrusion processes.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in aluminum extrusion manufacturing and leadership, with experience in die changes and production reporting. Shift premiums apply; retirement savings and education assistance are offered.