Extrusion Supervisor

Hydro Extrusion USA, LLC
life insurance, parental leave
United States, South Dakota, Yankton
2500 Alumax Road (Show on map)
May 02, 2025
Extrusion Supervisor 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. 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. Location: Yankton, SD 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 Shifts Available: Daytime Job Summary: Extrusion supervisor will ensure frontline leadership and production personnel responsibilities are being performed safely in accordance with policy, up to and including (but not limited to) ensuring employees are wearing proper PPE according to the JSA for the position/task being performed. (Example: hard hat, gloves, long-sleeved company issued shirts, face shield, safety glasses, hearing protection, footwear etc.) Extrusion supervisor will manage, give direction, and positively motivate the department's employees to support a culture of good housekeeping and organization. Achieve high performance through cultivating a team atmosphere, and continually improve press performance through efficient time management, high standards for quality, and self-accountability, safely. Supervisory positions may encompass differentiating responsibilities and doesn't necessarily maintain one structure set to define the position. Required Education/Experience: 5+ years of Manufacturing experience, preferably in the aluminum extrusion industry. 3+ years of Leadership experience. High School Diploma or GED equivalent Engineering Degree preferred or combination of technical school and experience Job Responsibilities: * Implement, sponsor, and support all continuous reliability improvement standards and practices. * Knowledge of department targets and goals. * Implement, sponsor and support all continuous reliability improvement standards and practices. * Attends SPC meetings prepared, engaged, and participates in developing frontline leadership through open and transparent communication on various topics. * Optimize press performance through continuous improvement efforts, minimization of dead cycle time, downtime and creation of Standardized Work / JSA's. * Support scheduled Preventative Maintenance of the press line. * Safely optimizes press uptime, scrap rates, productivity, and performance through adherence to policy, procedures, and systems such as run to recipe. * Leads/manages department employees and operations to safely optimize press uptime, scrap rates, productivity, and performance through adherence to policy, procedures, and systems such as run to recipe. * Manages daily email communication efficiently and effectively with a strong sense of prioritization. * Understands product dimensions, finish, and quality in relation to customer print, tolerance, and internal expectations, and supports frontline leadership as needed. * Reviews product hold items 2-5 time per week to assure non-conforming material is dispositioned in a timely manner and drives sustainability within this process. May help as needed depending on 'flow' or business continuity needs. * Helps frontline leadership analyze non-conforming material as needed/requested to identify root cause and potential solutions to implement, and/or involves extrusion process coordinator/engineering for improvement initiatives. * Helps develop frontline leadership and new team members to achieve personal performance potential as needed. * Manages/drives foresight on product flow through the plant via rack counts and ability to control/manage business continuity. * Understanding of Oracle and SCS operating systems. * Understands department flow, including lot tickets, press schedules, tooling, log inventory levels, material handing at the saw, and through the age oven. * Supports press schedule and adheres to customer demand/needs through frontline leadership. * Initiates, prioritizes, and successfully identifies/takes on projects to improve department performance through people or process. * Enters work orders and/or obtains resources needed when equipment operations are defective, or issues occur and communicates downtime events and length of estimated downtime to Extrusion Operations Manager on occurrences >/= 1-hour. * Manages shift changes and manning levels to assure efficient press operations as scheduled. * Streamlines communication to frontline leadership/crews as needed. * Always uses employees effectively through productive time management of personnel, shares work force as need from press to press ensuring personnel is receiving the appropriate breaks per facility requirements. * Responsible for weekly manning schedules including OT and posting in a timely manner, as assigned. - Care, Courage, & Collaboration At Hydro We care about our People! We care about Safety! 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. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please let us know by completing the form belowor by calling +1 (412) 643-3602.or click Application Support link 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. Click here to explore our world and the heart of our operations.