Job Description

About the job and your team

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the management of the Extrusion Department. This role is responsible for managing production efficiency, ensuring product quality, and leading a team of operators and process engineers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aluminium extrusion processes, equipment, and team leadership.

You will work on

Oversee daily operations of the aluminium extrusion department, ensuring production schedules and quality standards are met. Manage and optimize extrusion processes alongside our process engineers. Lead, train, and mentor a team of extrusion operators Manage staffing levels, shift patterns, and workforce planning to ensure optimal manning and productivity Promote and develop Hydro monitor action plans in order to maximize team engagement. Monitor equipment performance and coordinate with maintenance for preventive and corrective actions. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives through our EBS model. Analyse production data to identify trends, reduce scrap, and improve throughput. Maintain accurate records of production, downtime, and quality metrics.

What we offer you

- 27 days annual leave entitlement + 8 bank holidays
- Refer a friend bonus up to 1000
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Package
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Discount and Cashback Reward Schemes across multiple retailers
- Life Insurance Cover
- Employee Health Programme
- Retirement Policy
- Occupational Sick Pay after 12 months of employment
- Long Service Awards
- Career Development & Training Programmes Pathway
- Site STRIVE Female Network
- Site Wellness Network

Your qualifications and skills

Minimum 5 years of experience in aluminium extrusion manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role. Strong knowledge of aluminium extrusion processes, die design, and press operations. Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001 and lean manufacturing principles. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Technical degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us

Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us. When applying for a job with us, if you have a disability covered by the definition outlined within the Equality Act 2010 and should you meet the 'minimum criteria' described in the person specification for the role, you will be given the opportunity to demonstrate your skills, talent and abilities at the interview stage.

Diversity improves our ability to act in accordance with The Hydro Way.
Therefore all applications will be considered with equal suitability.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: EM1