Foreman, Foundry (3rd Shift)
Sunday - Friday
11:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Here 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 program
Responsibilities: 1. 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 safety
2. 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 efficiency
3. 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 metal
4. 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 repairs
5. 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 product
6. 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 expectations
7. 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 management
Qualifications:
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
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
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 effectively
Physical & 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 periods
The 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.
Sierra Aluminum is a vertically integrated aluminum extrusion mill providing standard, custom and OEM aluminum products that range from basic mill finished extrusions all the way to finished, fabricated shapes. With in-house value added services such as anodizing, painting, thermal improvement, fabrication and specialized packaging, we ensure consistent quality products delivered on time.
At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change – within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you’re seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We’re stronger together.
At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization
Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.