Cast House Planning Manager

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

Job Summary: The Cast House Planning Manager oversees the strategic and operational plans for ensuring quality raw material availability and fulfillment to the plant’s production schedules while leading teams to develop goals, allocate resources, manage budgets, analyze data, and ensure projects align with company objectives, often bridging departments and handling complex logistics, requiring strong project management and communication skills to guide initiatives from conception to completion.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience :

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum experience of five years in a planning or project management role. Cast house
  experience a plus.
• Minimum one-year prior experience in a leadership role.
• Must have working knowledge of Quality Standards.
• Must be able to understand financial statements and be cognizant of impact of cost
  drivers.
• Must have efficient personal computer skills and be able to work with Word, Excel, and
  Power Point.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, or related.
• Desired experience in casting methods, material handling, and standard manufacturing
  processes.
• Strong understanding of planning methodologies and tools.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities to work effectively with various
  departments (operations, logistics, quality assurance, etc.
• Strong preference for SAP experience, or the ability to learn the SAP program.
• Knowledge of safety requirements within a manufacturing setting.
• Must have excellent analytical skills.

What you will be doing?

• Develop and implement comprehensive planning strategies.
• Create and manage detailed production schedules to meet customer demands and
  optimize facility throughput. This involves planning project phases and revising schedules as
  needed.
• Oversee the planning and management of raw material procurement
  (e.g., scrap and ingots), supplies, and finished goods inventory to maintain optimal levels and
  smooth workflow.
• Collaborate with the operations, maintenance, and quality assurance
  teams to manage day-to-day cast house activities, from melting to the final cast product (e.g.,
  billets or ingots). Coordinate with different departments to align plans with overall business
  goals. Conduct regular planning meetings to review and refine plans
• Set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), track production metrics, and prepare progress reports for management and stakeholders to identify issues and recommend improvements.
• Actively identify potential issues within the production process, such as bottlenecks, quality concerns, or equipment failures and implement proactive solutions to minimize downtime and resolve quality issues.

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.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at [email protected]