Material Handler

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

Starting Rate of pay: $23.58/hour

Shifts Available and Hours:

12 hours Continental shifts Day/Night

Week 1: 48 hours (4 days) from 12 AM to 12 PM 

Week 2: 36 hours (3 days) from 12 AM to 12 PM 

Week 3: 48 hours (4 days) from 12 PM to 12 AM 

Week 4: 36 hours (3 days) from 12 PM to 12 AM 

Shift Premium: $0.75/hr for afternoon, $1/hr for night shift

What you will be doing

• Safely operate forklifts, cranes, gantry cranes, and other authorized mobile equipment.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers, move materials to and from production departments, and transport goods throughout the facility and yard.
• Shunt tractors and semi-trailers and operate articulated trucks when appropriately licensed and authorized.
• Load materials according to pick lists, shipping instructions, and customer requirements, ensuring the correct loading sequence for safe and efficient unloading.
• Prepare packing slips and maintain accurate shipping documentation.
• Understand and follow customer-specific packaging, loading, shipping, and unloading requirements.
• Conduct yard and inventory checks to verify material locations and inventory status.
• Inspect equipment, monitor its condition, and promptly report defects, hazards, or unsafe
  conditions to the Department Supervisor.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments, relaying important information as required.
• Work assigned shifts, manage daily tasks with minimal supervision, and help maintain efficient operations when a supervisor is not present.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment and perform other duties as assigned.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• Ability to read and write English and understand work instructions, pick lists, and shipping documents.
• Required forklift and crane training, certifications, and authorizations for the equipment operated.
• Appropriate driver's license and qualifications for operating articulated trucks and moving tractors and semi-trailers, as required by applicable laws. AZ License.
• HSD or GED.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability and willing to learn SAP and Manufacturing Software.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of safe material handling, loading, unloading, and load-sequencing procedures, or the willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn additional plant equipment and perform warehouse, shipping, receiving, and production support duties.
• Ability to perform required physical tasks, including lifting, in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Previous industrial, warehouse, or material-handling experience is an asset.

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 View email address on jobs.hydro.com