Tooling & Production Support Technician

Norsk Hydro; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans with Company

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Norsk Hydro in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Tooling & Production Support Technician to maintain, repair, and prepare production tooling while providing hands-on troubleshooting to manufacturing operations.

The role covers setup support, tooling adjustments, and completing manual machining such as milling, turning, and grinding. Strong mechanical skills and safety focus are essential for success in a multi-shift environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing, Tool Room, machining, tooling, fabrication, or similar industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of tooling and the ability to perform basic troubleshooting and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair, modify, and prepare production tooling, fixtures, and related components.
• Troubleshoot tooling and production-equipment issues and assist with identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Support machine setup, tooling adjustments, and production start-ups.
• Perform manual machining as needed, including operation of mills, lathes, surface grinders, saws, and other Tool Room equipment.
• Perform welding and fabrication activities associated with tooling repairs, modifications, and production support.
• Work directly with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve tooling-related issues affecting safety, quality, output, or equipment reliability.
• Recommend and implement improvements to tooling to improve safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency.

Skills

Tooling & production support

Machining

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or certification in machining/welding/fabrication

Tools

Milling

Lathe

Surface grinder

Job description

Location: Phoenix, AZ, US, 85043 Career area: Maintenance Department: Maint Fab 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

Wage: $26.26 - $36.41 per hour

Flexible Shift Schedule: This position is primarily assigned to the day shift but requires flexibility to provide off-shift, weekend, and occasional holiday support as operational needs dictate. The role will support production across multiple shifts, including troubleshooting, maintenance activities, continuous improvement efforts, and critical issue resolution outside of standard business hours

What you will be doing

Position Summary:

The Tooling & Production Support Technician provides skilled technical support to the Tool Room and production operations. This position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, modifying, and preparing production tooling while providing hands‑on troubleshooting and technical assistance to manufacturing operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect, maintain, repair, modify, and prepare production tooling, fixtures, and related components.
• Troubleshoot tooling and production‑equipment issues and assist with identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Support machine setup, tooling adjustments, and production start‑ups.
• Perform manual machining as needed, including operation of mills, lathes, surface grinders, saws, and other Tool Room equipment.
• Perform welding and fabrication activities associated with tooling repairs, modifications, and production support.
• Work directly with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve tooling‑related issues affecting safety, quality, output, or equipment reliability.
• Recommend and implement improvements to tooling to improve safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency

What will make you successful?

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing, Tool Room, machining, tooling, fabrication, or similar industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of tooling and the ability to perform basic troubleshooting and repairs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical degree or certification in machining, welding, fabrication, metallurgy, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
• Manual mill, lathe, and surface‑grinder experience.
• Welding and metal‑fabrication experience

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 apresence 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.