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.
Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.
Job Location: The Dalles, OR
Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:
- Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
- Vacation Package
- Sick Leave
- 8 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holidays
- Union Local 9170
Starting Rate of pay: $28.35/hour
Shift Premium: Nightshift $1.50/hour extra
Shifts Available and Hours: Position follows the DuPont shift schedule.
The DuPont shift schedule uses a four-week cycle:
Days-6:00am to 6:00pm then Nights are 6:00pm to 6:00am
Four-night shifts, Three days off, Three-day shifts, One day off, Three-night shifts, Three days off, Four-day shifts, Seven days off.
The schedule then repeats itself at the end of this 28-day cycle.
Required Education/Experience:
- Ability to understand and deliver basic commands in English.
- Basic math skills, including the ability to use a calculator and read a measuring tape.
- Capability to lift 50lbs.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Excellent punctuality and attendance record.
- Experience with forklift and crane operations is preferred.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts.
- Interpersonal skills: Team player, organized, self-starter, adaptable to change, results-oriented, and able to work with limited supervision.
- Previous experience in a heavy industrial, fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage daily maintenance and operations of all casting equipment, including starting and stopping drops via the control panel.
- Retrieve and follow casting instructions from the computer system, ensuring optimal execution.
- Operate and monitor computer-based casting control programs to ensure smooth production processes.
- Prepare molds for casting, including cleaning and applying boron nitride before and after each casting cycle.
- Conduct visual surface inspections on all logs, scrapping any that do not meet quality standards.
- Monitor ceramic filter operations during casting, ensuring no damage, and scrapping any compromised drops.
- Verify casting oil supply to ensure safe and efficient casting.
- Inspect stool base and casting table for levelness and squareness at the start of each shift.
- Repair or replace stool caps and oil injectors as necessary to maintain optimal casting conditions.
- Oversee and direct operations during unit changes, including operating overhead cranes for safe and accurate transitions
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.
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