Job Description

WHY HYDRO

Hydro Aluminum Metals is a great place to build a career if you’re looking to work for a stable, global company that values innovation, sustainability, and its people. Employees contribute to meaningful, real-world products while working with modern technology in a safe, team-oriented environment. With competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement, Hydro offers more than just a job, it offers a place where your work matters, and your career can grow.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

The HSE Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Health, Safety, and Environmental programs to ensure a safe, compliant, and incident-free workplace. This role drives a proactive safety culture through behavior-based safety practices, risk mitigation, and employee engagement while aligning with Hydro’s global HSE strategy and standards.

• Lead and champion all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives across the facility
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve HSE programs, policies, and procedures to drive an incident-free workplace
• Ensure full compliance with Hydro standards and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.)
• Oversee environmental compliance programs, including air emissions, wastewater, hazardous waste, and stormwater management
• Establish, monitor, and report on leading and lagging safety indicators to drive continuous improvement
• Lead risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations; implement corrective and preventive actions
• Develop and deliver comprehensive safety training programs, including:
  • Lockout/Tagout/Verify (LOTO)
  • Hazard Communication (HAZCOM)
  • Mobile equipment safety
  • Fall protection
  • Molten metal safety
  • Contractor safety
  • Machine guarding
  • Electrical safety
  • Confined space entry

• Drive a strong safety culture through coaching, employee engagement, and visible leadership on the production floor
• Partner with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to integrate HSE into all business processes
• Ensure contractors and third-party partners comply with Hydro’s HSE standards and expectations
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL

• Proven ability to lead and influence a culture of safety at all levels of the organization
• Strong working knowledge of HSE regulations and best practices within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated success implementing proactive safety initiatives and reducing risk
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
• Ability to build cross-functional partnerships and drive accountability
• High energy, ownership mindset, and a visible presence on the plant floor

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive HSE experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Demonstrated experience leading HSE programs and driving compliance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications (e.g., OSHA, CSP, CIH, CHMM)
• Experience in aluminum, metals, or heavy manufacturing environments
• Experience working within ISO management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001)

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity to lead and shape HSE strategy in a growing, state-of-the-art facility
• A strong safety-first culture backed by global standards and leadership support
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth and development opportunities within a global organization
• Exposure to best practices and collaboration across Hydro’s international network

Work Environment:

This position operates in both office and manufacturing environments, requiring a strong presence on the production floor. The role involves exposure to varying conditions, including noise, dust, heat, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions. Standard office equipment is also used regularly.

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and use hands to handle objects

Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds

Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

Use of required PPE includes, but is not limited to, fire-resistant clothing, safety glasses, metatarsal boots, hearing protection, and hard hats, based on site requirements.

Position Type & Hours:

Full-time, salary exempt position

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Flexibility required to support off-shift or weekend activities as needed

Travel:

Light travel required

Includes visits to other Hydro facilities, training events, and occasional international travel (1–2 trips annually) for HSE leadership meetings

Additional Information:

This position may have indirect leadership responsibility and influence across all departments

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on business needs

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.