Casting Assistant Manager - 3rd Shift

Job Description

Casting Assistant Manager – Foundry Operations

Asama Coldwater Manufacturing – Coldwater, MI

Full-Time Exempt 10–20% Travel RequiredLead Foundry Operations. Drive Performance. Build Teams.

Asama Coldwater Manufacturing is seeking a Casting Assistant Manager to oversee daily foundry and metal casting operations.

This leadership role bridges executive strategy and floor-level execution—ensuring safety, production efficiency, quality standards, and cost control across casting operations.

The ideal candidate brings strong foundry experience, hands-on leadership, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a high-heat manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProduction & Operations Leadership

Oversee daily metal casting and foundry operations

Ensure productivity, quality, and safety goals are met or exceeded

Maintain strong floor presence across shifts

Manage production schedules, staffing, and workflow planning

Coordinate movement of goods to support accurate inventory controlTeam Management & Development

Supervise casting department leadership and staff

Hire, train, evaluate, and develop personnel

Manage schedules and assign responsibilities

Resolve personnel and operational challengesSafety & Compliance

Enforce OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards

Ensure proper PPE compliance

Promote a culture of workplace safetyFinancial & Strategic Oversight

Develop budgets and approve expenditures

Optimize use of labor, materials, and equipment

Analyze production and quality data to identify improvements

Implement cost-reduction and efficiency initiativesMaintenance & Process Improvement

Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability

Troubleshoot production and processing issues

Recommend facility or equipment modifications

Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance output and reduce waste

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (four-year college or university)

OR related equivalent experience

Experience

3–7 years of foundry or metal casting experience

Prior manufacturing leadership experience

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of melting furnaces, sand systems, cranes

Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Leadership Skills

Proven ability to manage teams

Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills

Effective communication across departmentsWork Environment

Exposure to high heat, dust, and noise in a foundry setting

Frequent climbing, lifting, and physical activity

Ability to wear required PPE at all times

Flexible schedule to support emergency repairs or operational needs

Full-time