Fabrication Supervisor

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Norsk Hydro is a global leader providing sustainable aluminum solutions, offering production, engineering, recycling, and innovative industrial services worldwide.

Job Profile

The company is searching for a Fabrication Supervisor who will ensure a physically and emotionally safe working environment that fosters mutual trust and respect.

Deliver safe, reliable products to our customers, achieve measurable objectives, and implement process improvements.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required)
• Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Work Experience

• 5 years or more in a manufacturing environment is required; 5 plus years of shop floor experience in the home department (fabrication) (preferred)
• Leadership experience and training

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coaches and educates crew/team in Safety, Quality, EBS concepts/principles, work practices, problem-solving methods, and people issues.
• Develops work instructions or Standardized Work with team members and promotes the use of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety and quality practices, and Standardized Work across areas.
• Investigates safety incidents and collaborates with teams on preventive safety techniques.
• Maintains personal touch with each team member during the shift.
• Provides first response to team members when customer demand is jeopardized or the area is shutting down due to safety or quality issues.
• Sponsors and facilitates rapid problem-solving processes across areas, working to remove waste.
• Uses problem-solving techniques to resolve system-related problems, quality issues, and human relations problems across areas.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Must possess a broad knowledge of fabrication equipment and techniques such as metal saws, punch presses, ABS cells, CNC, etc.

Work Environment

• Exposure to heat, dust, and fumes
• Frequent coordination with engineers and workers
• High responsibility for safety and quality
• Long hours standing in noisy workshops
• Physically demanding, fast-paced environment

Benefits/Perks

• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Education Assistance
• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• On-site Gym and Cafe
• Parental Leave
• Referral Bonuses
• Retention Bonus (for external hires)
• Retirement Savings Plan

Employer’s Statement

Norsk Hydro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.