General Laborer
- Norsk Hydro
- Portland, United States
- $38,000
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 Plan
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Starting Rate of pay: $19 per hour
What you will be doing
- Receives and print packing order from computer and determinates that correct packing materials are avaiable at packing station.
- Cuts wood on saw to use for packing or banding.
- With assistance of a co-worker for long extrusions, lift metal from rack to packing cart and use prescribed material to hand bundles per customer specifications.
- Loads metal onto conveyor belt to go through auto wrapper.
- Other duties as assigned.
What will make you successful?
Required Education/Experience:
- Must read and Undestand and deliver basic commands in English.
- Must be able to use and maintain all basic tools and measuring equipment pertinent to their specific position.
- Must be able to keep up with a moderate speed conveyor line.
- Must be able to maintain regular / reliable attendance.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Ability to read tape measure.
- Ability to operate computer for customer specifications.
- Ability to operate sa to cut wood.
- Ability to operate cordless bander.
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
Skills
- packing
- Material Handling
- Conveyor Operation
- Basic Tool Use
- Measuring Equipment
- Reading Comprehension
- Safety Awareness








