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 standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.
About the job and your team
Reporting to the Die Shop Manager, the aluminium extrusion die corrector is responsible for inspecting, correcting, and maintaining extrusion dies to ensure they meet precise specifications. This role is essential for maintaining product quality, reducing downtime, and improving the efficiency of the extrusion process.
You will work on
1. Inspection and polishing of new and existing dies for press, stores & nitride
2. Correction of dies and support on press parametrisation with the following premises: Assure product specification compliance Minimize stop dies at the press Optimize productivity Minimize scrap
3. Ensure minimum time for die turnaround after a die stop
4. Operation of Bridgeport Milling and Sandblasting Machine
5. High bay order picker training will be provided for sourcing and returning dies to the die storage racks
6. Use our internal EPR system
7. Nitriding operation
8. Weekly checks of extrusion precision tooling such Container alignment, Dummy blocks, cleaning blocks and butt shear
9. Assist with the training and development of junior members of staff
What we offer you
10. 27 days annual leave entitlement + 8 bank holidays
11. Refer a friend bonus up to £1000
12. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Package
13. Workplace Pension Scheme
14. Discount and Cashback Reward Schemes across multiple retailers
15. Life Insurance Cover
16. Employee Health Programme
17. Retirement Policy
18. Occupational Sick Pay after 12 months of employment
19. Long Service Awards
20. Career Development & Training Programmes Pathway
21. Site STRIVE Female Network
22. Site Wellness Network
Your qualifications and skills
23. Previous experience and strong understanding of aluminium extrusion processes and die design.
24. Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments
25. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD files.
26. Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
27. Technical or vocational training in mechanical engineering or tool and die making is preferred.
Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us. When applying for a job with us, if you have a disability covered by the definition outlined within the Equality Act 2010 and should you meet the ‘minimum criteria’ described in the person specification for the role, you will be given the opportunity to demonstrate your skills, talent and abilities at the interview stage.
Diversity improves our ability to act in accordance with The Hydro Way.
Therefore all applications will be considered with equal suitability.