Hydro Aluminum North America

Process Engineer

Hydro Aluminum North America$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience
  • 3 years of Process Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
  • 3 years in a heavy industrial setting (metals, aluminum, steel, mining, chemicals)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for extrusion processes
  • Collaborate with supervisors, process leads, and operators on process improvements
  • Lead projects aimed at reducing downtime and improving quality
  • Analyze production data to enhance plant performance
  • Support capital projects ensuring they remain within scope and budget
  • Monitor and report on KPIs and project progress
  • Promote safety and quality initiatives

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
  • Education Assistance
  • Bonus Plan Eligibility
  • Parental Leave
Full Job Description
Location: Mississauga, ON

What we offer you

  • Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
  • Education Assistance
  • Bonus Plan Eligibility
  • Parental Leave


Pay Range: $80,000-$95,000 annually

Working Schedule:

On-site
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Availability to occasionally support off-shift production activities when required.

Job Summary

As a Process Engineer, you will provide technical expertise and leadership to support safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance across our extrusion manufacturing operations. You will work closely with production teams to troubleshoot processes, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support capital projects that improve plant performance.

This position reports directly to the Continuous Improvement Manager.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Materials, Metallurgical, or related field) or 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience
  • Minimum 3 years of Process Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a heavy industrial environment such as metals, aluminum, steel, mining, chemical processing, or similar industries
  • Strong communication skills in English, written and verbal


Preferred Skills/Qualifications

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures (temperatures may exceed 30°C during summer)
  • Project management experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience with SPC, process capability studies, and manufacturing statistics
  • Experience with SQL, VBA, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks


What you will be doing

  • Provide day-to-day technical support and troubleshooting for extrusion processes
  • Partner with supervisors, process leads, and operators to identify and implement process improvements
  • Lead and support projects focused on reducing downtime, improving quality, and reducing scrap
  • Analyze production data and develop recommendations to improve plant performance
  • Support capital projects and ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and project progress
  • Promote and support safety, quality, environmental, and ergonomic improvement initiatives

About Hydro Aluminum North America

Hydro Aluminum North America is a leading producer and fabricator of aluminum products in North America. The company is a subsidiary of Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian multinational company that specializes in aluminum production. Hydro Aluminum North America operates several manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada, and offers a wide range of products and services, including extruded aluminum products, rolled products, and precision tubing. The company serves a variety of industries, including automotive, construction, and packaging. Hydro Aluminum North America is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
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