PLS Manager; ELK

PLS Manager (ELK)

Location:

Elkhart, IN, US, 46514

Career area:
Supply Chain Management

Department:
Elkhart, IN

Job Type: Permanent

Apply by:
September 1 , 2026

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.

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

The Pack Load Ship Manager is responsible for leading all packing and shipping operations at the Elkhart facility, reporting directly to the Plant Manager. As a key member of the Plant Management Team, this role ensures efficient, safe, and high-quality packing and shipping processes while aligning with organizational goals. This position reports to the Plant Manager.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 3-5 years of Supervisory experience in related industry.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and through teams, with all levels of the workplace
• Keen listening/communication abilities to lead improvement processes within various areas and levels of organization.
• Skills in conflict resolution are required.

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Manufacturing experience; exposure to aluminum extrusion industry a plus.
• Comply with Health, Safety & Environmental requirements.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate on all levels.

• As a member of the Plant Management Team, represents the department in establishing objectives and long-range goals, ensures the department follows organizational policies, procedures and processes and cooperates with other departments as required in achievement of organizational goals.
• Directs planning and scheduling of packing and shipping personnel.
• Plans and makes daily schedules to meet customer demand and line efficiency, this is a key function of the PLS Manager position to ensure success of the Pack/Load/Ship.
• Analyzes and evaluates established production processes for optimal departmental performance.
• Develops and implements work methods, authorizes overtime and controls costs.
• Reviews non-conforming reports and RMAs to determine cause of quality defects. Oversees implementation of proposed correction to eliminate quality defect.
• Plans day-to-day departmental operations.

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.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job related assessments in selected roles.

These tools help us better understand work related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

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Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial…