Plant Manager

What we offer you

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.

Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in this way creating more viable societies by transforming natural resources into products and solutions in an innovative and efficient manner for the industries that matter.

Founded in 1967, the Hydro Extrusion Chateauroux subsidiary employs 110 people. A true expert in the field of aluminium extrusion, it is the preferred partner for all extruded aluminium needs, from extrusion to delivery, and is equipped with a major fabricating center.

What you will be doing

• Type of contract: Full time - Permanent contract
• Salary: 90K€ - 130K€
• Location : Châteauroux (36000) - France
• Others: Meal vouchers, company car, employee benefits, 100% employer-covered health insurance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility up to 15%

What will make you successful?

The Plant Manager holds full responsibility for the overall performance of the manufacturing facility, acting as the critical link between corporate leadership and shop-floor production. This role demands a balance of strategic planning for growth with hands-on, daily management of resources, maintenance, and personnel to meet customer demands.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment, ensuring strict adherence to EPA, OSHA, environmental, and legal regulations while promoting the Hydro Zero accident standard.
• Production Scheduling: Plan, implement, and monitor production schedules to meet customer deadlines and optimize plant capacity.
• Quality Control: Enforce rigorous quality control standards to ensure finished aluminum products meet or exceed industry standards. Benchmarks against other plants to evaluate and lead performance.
• Leadership & Development: Recruit, lead, train, and mentor staff to foster a culture of high performance and safety.
• Financial Management: Develop and manage the plant operating budget, including tracking key financial metrics (KPIs) and managing labor and maintenance costs, including budgets and capital requests.
• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee maintenance and technological upgrades of machinery to ensure long-term reliability and minimize downtime.