Production Worker (CRE)

Hydro; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plan

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Referral Bonuses

Parental Leave

On-site Gym

On-site Café

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions is seeking a factory associate for night shifts to operate extrusion equipment and follow work orders in a fast-paced plant in the United States. Training will lead to advancement as Extruder A, with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and teamwork.

Responsibilities include reading specifications, lifting and stacking parts, and maintaining records of quantities. Strong math, reliability, and ability to follow directions are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of work experience; manufacturing or quality inspection preferred.
• Must be willing to train and advance to Extruder A (quality inspecting responsibilities).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) required.
• Must be able to work long hours in seasonal temperatures.
• Must follow all work and safety instructions.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and eagerness to grow.
• Ability to follow detailed directions.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate assigned equipment or machine.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments, material or equipment needs.
• Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
• Lift and stack products.
• Maintains efficiency standards set for assigned area.
• Maintains good housekeeping of work areas.
• Accurately record numbers or lengths of units handled or moved.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Basic math

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Education

No high school diploma required

Tools

Tape measure

Calculator

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

• Retention Bonus (for external hires)
• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Referral Bonuses
• Parental Leave
• On-site Gym & Café

Starting Rate of pay:

$25.17- $30.89/hr.

Shifts Available and Hours:

Night shift, 6pm-6am on an EOWEO/ 2-2-3 rotation. (You may be trained on dayshift- but will go to nightshift after training.)

Shift Premium:

$1.00/hour extra for shift differential

What you will be doing

• Safely and efficiently operate assigned equipment or machine.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments, material or equipment needs.
• Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
• Lift and stack products.
• Maintains efficiency standards set for assigned area.
• Maintains good housekeeping of work areas.
• Accurately record numbers or lengths of units handled or moved.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• No high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience required; prior manufacturing experience and/or quality inspection experience preferred.
• Must be willing to train and advance to Extruder A (quality inspecting responsibilities); training provided.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) required.
• Must be able to work long hours in seasonal temperatures.
• Must follow all work and safety instructions.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and eagerness to grow.
• Ability to follow detailed directions.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• No prior work-related experience required; manufacturing or mobile equipment operation (e.g., forklift, Combi) experience is helpful.
• Must be able to use a calculator and read a tape measure.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

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]