Quality Technician

Norsk Hydro; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings with company match

Bonus plan eligibility

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions is seeking a Quality Technician in Phoenix to perform mechanical testing and ensure compliance with industry and Hydro standards. You will prepare specimens, conduct tensile, yield, elongation, bend and crush tests, and document results with integrity.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and preferably experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with strong math, problem solving and computer skills. Training on lab procedures and safety is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience in fast-paced, manufacturing environment is desired.
• Experience in quality testing and inspection procedures.
• Good math skills, problem solving and computer skills.
• Able to follow lab and company quality/safety documentation.
• Able to operate test and inspection equipment including Band Saw and CNC.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test specimens to industry and Hydro standards.
• Perform mechanical testing including Tensile, Yield & Elongation and bend/crush testing.
• Perform Safe Launch on assigned part numbers per process instructions.
• Maintain ethical and compliant behavior in testing and records.
• Other duties as assigned by Quality Manager or Lead / Sr. Metrologist.

Skills

Quality testing

Manufacturing environment

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Band Saw

CNC

Job description

Location: Phoenix, AZ, US, 85043 Career area: Operational Excellence Department: QA Shift 2 Job Type: Permanent Apply by: October 1, 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
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

What you will be doing

Job Summary:

Quality Technician will be responsible for completing mechanical testing including Tensile, Yield & Elongation along with bend or crush testing to industry or customer requirements. Quality Technician shall act with integrity in all testing results and records.

Daily duties:

• Prepare test specimens to industry and Hydro standards.
• Perform mechanical testing including TYE, bend and crush testing to testing procedures and ensures compliance.
• Perform Safe Launch on assigned part numbers per process instructions.
• Maintain the highest levels of ethical and compliant behavior.
• Other duties as assigned by Quality Manager or Lead / Sr. Metrologist.

What will make you successful?

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment is desired.

Preferred:

• Any experience in quality testing and inspection procedures.
• Good math skills, problem solving and computer skills.
• Able to understand and adhere to lab and company quality/safety documentation.
• Able to operate test and inspection equipment.
• Able to operate Band Saw and CNC.

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

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