Packing Manager

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 Packing Manager is responsible for leading all packing operations. As a key member of the Plant Management Team, this role ensures efficient, safe, and high-quality packing processes and leading packing teams while aligning with organizational goals.

What you will be doing

• Directs planning and scheduling of packaging personnel.
• Plans and make daily schedules to meet customer demand and line efficiency, this is a key function of the Packaging Manager position to ensure success of the Packaging.
• Analyzes and evaluates established production processes for optimal departmental performance.
• Develops and implements work methods, authorizes overtime and controls costs.
• Ensure Health and Safety objectives are met.
• Ensure departmental staffing requirements are met, including employee selection, training and development and goal setting.
• Directs planning and scheduling of packaging personnel.
• Plans and make daily schedules to meet customer demand and line efficiency, this is a key function of the Packaging Manager position to ensure success of the Packaging.
• Analyzes and evaluates established production processes for optimal departmental performance.
• Develops and implements work methods, authorizes overtime and controls costs.
• Ensure Health and Safety objectives are met.
• Ensure departmental staffing requirements are met, including employee selection, training and development and goal setting.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of Supervisory experience in related industry.
• Comply with Health, Safety & Environmental requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and through teams, with all levels of the workplace.
• Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution are required.
• Fluency in English, any other languages a plus.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Manufacturing experience; exposure to aluminum extrusion industry a plus.
• Keen listening/communication abilities to lead improvement processes within various area
  and levels of organization.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate on all levels.

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