Foundry Manager

Job Title: Foundry Manager

Location: Lancaster, PA

Salary: $175K - $180K

Bonus: $20K - $25K

Compensation: $195K - $205K

Medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid vacations, etc..

Relocation assistance to the market

The Foundry Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of foundry operations, including production, quality control, safety, maintenance, and personnel management. This role ensures efficient, cost-effective manufacturing of metal castings while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Operations Management

Plan, direct, and coordinate daily foundry operations (melting, molding, pouring, finishing)

Optimize production schedules to meet customer demand and delivery deadlines

Monitor and improve workflow, throughput, and equipment utilization

Team Leadership

Supervise, train, and develop foundry staff, including supervisors and operators

Enforce accountability, performance standards, and continuous improvement culture

Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and labor efficiency

Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations

Maintain a strong safety culture and reduce workplace incidents

Conduct safety audits, training, and corrective actions

Quality Control

Oversee quality assurance processes to ensure castings meet specifications

Collaborate with engineering and QA teams to resolve defects and improve processes

Implement continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)

Maintenance & Equipment

Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance of furnaces and equipment

Minimize downtime through proactive planning and troubleshooting

Support capital improvement projects and equipment upgrades

Cost & Performance Management

Manage budgets, material usage, and production costs

Track KPIs such as yield, scrap rate, downtime, and on-time delivery

Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements