Operations Manager

Norsk Hydro; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans with Company

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in Gainesville, GA seeks an Operations Manager to oversee production, packing, finishing, and maintenance. You will lead staffing, drive improvements, ensure safety, and align with sales on production planning and budgets.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, ISO/QS compliance, and collaboration with plant engineering. A minimum 5 years in manufacturing leadership is required, with a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering or Business or 10 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ leadership in manufacturing management, preferably metallurgy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Business or 10 years of relevantexperience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all manufacturing operations, including production, packing, finishing, control, plant engineering and maintenance.
• Manage staffing levels, quality, delivery, unit production, and cost control to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with sales on production planning and budgets.
• Drive continuous improvement and safe, compliant operations.
• Coordinate with engineering and maintenance for preventive maintenance programs.
• Report to Plant Manager and support ISO/QS compliance.

Skills

Process optimization

Training

Problem solving

ISO/QS standards

Safety regulations

Reading technical docs

Mathematics concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Business

10 years of relevant experience

Job description

Location: Gainesville, GA, US, 30504 Career area: General Management & Administration Department: Gainesville, GA Job Type: Permanent

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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

Job Summary:

The Operations Manager oversees all activities within the facility, including production, packing, finishing, production control, engineering, and maintenance. With over five years of leadership experience in manufacturing environments, the focus is on optimizing staffing, output, quality, and cost-efficiency in alignment with company goals. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, preventive maintenance, workplace safety, and ISO/QS compliance. The Operations Manager also collaborates with sales on production planning and manages budgets and procurement. This position reports to the Plant Manager.

What you will be doing

• Ensure personal health, security, and safety, while actively contributing to the creation of a safe and healthy work environment, in alignment with the company’s safety and environmental goals.


• Oversee all aspects of manufacturing operations, including production, packing, finishing, production control, plant engineering, and maintenance.


• Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring smooth production flow and efficient resource utilization.


• Evaluate and manage staffing levels, quality, delivery, unit production, and cost control to optimize manufacturing performance.


• Foster collaboration across departments to promote continuous improvement through effective process development and procedural enhancements.


• Work closely with sales and production teams to coordinate production planning and ensure alignment with customer demands and operational capacity.


• Collaborate with plant engineering and maintenance teams to ensure proper preventive maintenance programs are in place and environmental controls are consistently improved.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing management within environment, preferably within metallurgy environments.


• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Business, or 10 years of relevantexperience and training.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Proven ability to assess production methods and drive improvements through training andprocess optimization.


• In-depth knowledge of ISO/QS standards and safety regulations.


• Proficiency in reading, analyzing, and interpreting technical and regulatory documents.


• Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including probability, statistics, and geometry.


• Capable of understanding and applying work and safety instructions relevant to the specificarea of responsibility.


• Strong problem-solving skills and experience handling complex variables in environmentswith limited standardization.

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

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differencesare acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Ourglobal diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusiveworkplace 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 acareer that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with apreence 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.