Extrusion Leader (CNV)

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

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Job Summary

The Extrusion Leader oversees daily extrusion operations and provides leadership to Extrusion Supervisors, ensuring safe, efficient, and quality production. This role drives operational performance, continuous improvement, employee development, and accountability while meeting production and business objectives. This position reports to the Extrusion Manager.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• At least 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing operations, preferably aluminum extrusion.
• At least 3 years supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience in production management, continuous improvement, equipment efficiency and leading multiple teams or shifts.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business Management, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of aluminum extrusion processes and equipment.
• Understanding of production planning, scheduling, and efficiency.
• Knowledge of quality standards and manufacturing procedures.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and production issues.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Ability to analyze production metrics, downtime, and performance.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and equipment reliability.

What you will be doing

• Providing a physically and emotionally safe, clean and organized working environment by promoting mutual trust and respect.
• Providing leadership, mentoring and coaching for manufacturing in areas of safety, quality, time and cost.
• Lead safe production of the highest possible quality products at the lowest possible cost.
• Reaching desired goals for housekeeping, safety, quality, COTD and production by ensuring that the team members follow all company policies, practices and procedures.
• Meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
• Facilitating change and driving continuous improvement from experiments to systematic, sustainable processes.
• Develops, sponsors, and supports experiments to support continuous improvement.
• Supports Managers, Supervisors, and Team Members as part of the help chain.
• Coaching and development of Supervisors and Team Members.
• Sponsoring Problem Solving and Kaizen activities.
• Involvement in critical business decisions.

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 recruiting.north.america@hydro.com