Material Handler B

Norsk Hydro; North Liberty (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Rx coverage

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans with Company

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Norsk Hydro in North Liberty, IA seeks a dedicated operator to support the Hydro extrusion process. Responsibilities include keeping the press running, handling racks, and maintaining bake/temperature schedules, with tasks assigned across teams.

Excellent safety awareness and teamwork are required; candidates must meet minimal physical requirements and hold forklift certification. Recruitment may include assessments and accommodations as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively with subordinates, co-workers, supervisors, and managers in both written and verbal form.
• Must meet all minimal physical requirements.
• Must be certified forklift operator.
• Must be able to understand and follow all instructions: both written and verbal.
• Must be able to work with other team members and departments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the press continues to run.
• Retrieve racks on wheels.
• Set oven to correct temperature and time.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

No high school diploma or GED required

Tools

Forklift operator certification

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 Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

What you will be doing

• Safety is #1 priority: a condition of employment which entails following and enforcing plantwide safety procedures, environmental regulations, and guidelines for the safety of all employees and for the environment.
• Ensure that the press continues to run.
• Retrieve racks on wheels.
• Set oven to correct temperature and time.
• Any other duties as assigned.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience

• No High School Diploma or GED required.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Must meet all minimal physical requirements.
• High involvement in floor activities.
• Must be certified forklift operator.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with subordinates, co-workers, supervisors, and managers in both written and verbal form.
• Must be able to understand and follow all instructions: both written and verbal.
• Must be able to work with other team members and departments.

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.

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