OPEX Project Manager

Location: 

Ulm, DE, 89077 Toulouse, FR, 31037 Gerstungen, DE, 99834 Bellenberg, DE, 89287

Career area:  Engineering
Department:  Operational Excellence
Job Type: 
Apply by:  March 23 , 2026

Hydro Building Systems is one of the leading suppliers of aluminium window, door and façade systems in Europe. With the brands WICONA, SAPA, and TECHNAL, we strive to provide concrete added value for architects, window manufacturers, façade builders, contractors and other construction decision makers, through continuous product innovation and project solutions.

 

Join an innovative company!

What you will be doing

Hydro Building Systems OPEX team is looking for a project manager. The person will take a coordination role for the overall Business Unit Operations performance.

 

EBS is the Hydro Extrusions system based on lean manufacturing principles. Hydro Building Systems has 11 operations sites, in which EBS is rolled out.

 

The main expectations for the roles are:

 

  • Foster a spirit of performance through process control, problem solving and sharing of good practices
  • Animate the EBS champion network: Ensure sites consistently implement the EBS principles and act according to defined A3
  • Provide support to sites on main activities:
    • Remelt, extrusion, thermal break, painting, warehousing, supply chain
    • Through benchmarking, good practices sharing and CAPEX support

What will make you successful?

You have a master’s degree in Engineering and have gained at least 5 years of experience in a multinational company. You have managed several continuous improvement projects in a factory environment. You have experience in lean manufacturing and a passion for best practice sharing. An experience in building systems activities or in extrusion or surface treatment processes would be a plus.

 

You are known for your strong leadership and communication skills, and you have led and managed multifunctional and multi-cultural teams. You have extensive experience in  project management

 

Fluent in English, you may speak more languages.

 

The BU Building Systems has a matrix organization where the interdependencies exist at several levels, given by the organizational design. This requires a ‘we’ attitude, the willingness and ability to work together, achieve the defined targets respecting the global scope versus the typical line scope.

What we offer you

Permanent Contract

Annual salary package depending on profile and location of the position

Annual bonus and numerous benefit

Work-life balance with days of remote working per week

Possible work locations

Why Hydro?

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.

Why Hydro?

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.

Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace 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 a career that aligns with your strengths and passions.

Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace 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 a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace 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 a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

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
  • President and CEO: Eivind Kallevik

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