Foreman, Foundry (2nd Shift)

Monday - Saturday3:00 PM - 11:30 PMHere are some of the great benefits that we offer:- Competitive pay ( + Foundry Premium $3.00/hour)- Company paid health and dental benefits.- Paid vacation- 401K Plan with company match- Opportunity for career stability and growth- Tuition reimbursement programResponsibilities1. Safety & Compliance- Adhere to all safety policies related to molten metal handling and furnace operations- Verify that all materials, tools, and scrap are dry and properly inspected before charging or use to maintain a safe operating environment.- Monitor safe charging practices (long scrap, bales, cold/wet materials)- Ensure proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) for out-of-service equipment- Identify hazards such as cracked hoses, thermocouples, or furnace issues and escalate and stop operations when required for safety2. Production & Operations- Monitor furnace charging, melting, alloying, and casting processes- Ensure furnace capacity is optimized and charging specifications are followed- Control melt times and furnace temperatures to prevent overheating and oxidation- Coordinate daily production to meet throughput targets.- Monitor billet quality, scrap rates, and process efficiency3. Alloying & Metallurgical Control- Ensure correct alloying practices per Sierra and ASTM specifications- Oversee addition of alloying elements and verify chemical composition- Monitor spectrometer usage for accurate metal analysis- Ensure proper stirring, sampling, and homogenization of molten metal4. Equipment & Process Control- Oversee furnace maintenance including hot cleaning Furnaces/Degasser unit and inspections- Ensure proper operation and calibration of thermocouples- Monitor condition of molds, filters, troughs, and casting tables- Coordinate with maintenance for repairs5. Quality Control- Ensure compliance with work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs)- Monitor inclusion risks (filters, dross, contamination)- Verify proper tracking of materials using D365.- Ensure traceability of production from charge to final product6. Team Coordination & On-Shift Leadership- Provide hands‑on direction and job‑site coaching to furnace operators and casting crews during assigned shifts- Assign tasks and monitor shift performance against safety and production expectations- Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement- Conduct shift meetings and communicate production goals and safety expectations7. Leadership Skills- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills- Ability to lead teams in high-temperature, high-risk environments- Effective communication with operators, maintenance, and managementQualifications- High school diploma or GED required.- Minimum of 5 years of experience in aluminum casting, foundry, or furnace operations- At least 2 years of lead or foreman‑level experience in a manufacturing environment- Strong knowledge of aluminum alloys and alloying practices (ASTM standards preferred)- Experience with furnace operations, melt control, and casting processes- Ability to identify and mitigate safety risks related to molten metal, wet scrap, and high-temperature environments- Familiarity with spectrometer use and basic metallurgical analysis- Experience with (D365 or similar) for production tracking and material traceability- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage shift operations effectivelyPhysical & Environmental Requirements- Ability to work safely in high‑temperature industrial environments using required personal protective equipment (PPE)- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work around molten metal and industrial equipment for extended periodsThe pay for this position is $27.77 - $28.74. If you are hired, your base salary will be determined based on factors such as geographic locations, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.