{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"18f57f264bba95cc95a6bbf4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/18f57f264bba95cc95a6bbf4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/18f57f264bba95cc95a6bbf4","title":"Foundry Foreman (2nd Shift)","description":"The Foundry Foreman is responsible for leading and coordinating daily furnace and casting operations, ensuring safe production of aluminum billets in compliance with company standards, ASTM specifications, and quality requirements. This role drives production efficiency, safety, and team performance while maintaining strict control over alloying, melting, and casting processes.\nMonday - Saturday\n3:00 PM - 11:30 PM\nHere are some of the great benefits that we offer:\nCompetitive pay\nCompany paid health and dental benefits.\nPaid vacation\n401K Plan with company match\nOpportunity for career stability and growth\nTuition reimbursement program\nResponsibilities\n1. Safety & Compliance\nAdhere to all safety policies related to molten metal handling and furnace operations\nVerify that all materials, tools, and scrap are dry and properly inspected before charging or use to maintain a safe operating environment.\nMonitor safe charging practices (long scrap, bales, cold/wet materials)\nEnsure proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) for out-of-service equipment\nIdentify hazards such as cracked hoses, thermocouples, or furnace issues and escalate and stop operations when required for safety\n2. Production & Operations\nMonitor furnace charging, melting, alloying, and casting processes\nEnsure furnace capacity is optimized and charging specifications are followed\nControl melt times and furnace temperatures to prevent overheating and oxidation\nCoordinate daily production to meet throughput targets.\nMonitor billet quality, scrap rates, and process efficiency\n3. Alloying & Metallurgical Control\nEnsure correct alloying practices per Sierra and ASTM specifications\nOversee addition of alloying elements and verify chemical composition\nMonitor spectrometer usage for accurate metal analysis\nEnsure proper stirring, sampling, and homogenization of molten metal\n4. Equipment & Process Control\nOversee furnace maintenance including hot cleaning Furnaces/Degasser unit and inspections\nEnsure proper operation and calibration of thermocouples\nMonitor condition of molds, filters, troughs, and casting tables\nCoordinate with maintenance for repairs\n5. Quality Control\nEnsure compliance with work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs)\nMonitor inclusion risks (filters, dross, contamination)\nVerify proper tracking of materials using D365.\nEnsure traceability of production from charge to final product\n6. Team Coordination & On-Shift Leadership\nProvide hands‑on direction and job‑site coaching to furnace operators and casting crews during assigned shifts\nAssign tasks and monitor shift performance against safety and production expectations\nPromote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement\nConduct shift meetings and communicate production goals and safety expectations\n7. Leadership Skills\nStrong decision-making and problem-solving skills\nAbility to lead teams in high-temperature, high-risk environments\nEffective communication with operators, maintenance, and management\nQualifications\nHigh school diploma or GED required.\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in aluminum casting, foundry, or furnace operations\nAt least 2 years of lead or foreman‑level experience in a manufacturing environment\nStrong knowledge of aluminum alloys and alloying practices (ASTM standards preferred)\nExperience with furnace operations, melt control, and casting processes\nAbility to identify and mitigate safety risks related to molten metal, wet scrap, and high-temperature environments\nFamiliarity with spectrometer use and basic metallurgical analysis\nExperience with (D365 or similar) for production tracking and material traceability\nStrong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage shift operations effectively\nPhysical & Environmental Requirements\nAbility to work safely in high‑temperature industrial environments using required personal protective equipment (PPE)\nAbility to stand, walk, bend, and work around molten metal and industrial equipment for extended periods\nThe pay for this position is $30.77 - $31.74. 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This role drives production efficiency, safety, and team performance while maintaining strict control over alloying, melting, and casting processes.\nMonday - Saturday\n3:00 PM - 11:30 PM\nHere are some of the great benefits that we offer:\nCompetitive pay\nCompany paid health and dental benefits.\nPaid vacation\n401K Plan with company match\nOpportunity for career stability and growth\nTuition reimbursement program\nResponsibilities\n1. Safety & Compliance\nAdhere to all safety policies related to molten metal handling and furnace operations\nVerify that all materials, tools, and scrap are dry and properly inspected before charging or use to maintain a safe operating environment.\nMonitor safe charging practices (long scrap, bales, cold/wet materials)\nEnsure proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) for out-of-service equipment\nIdentify hazards such as cracked hoses, thermocouples, or furnace issues and escalate and stop operations when required for safety\n2. 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