Casting Maintenance Manager

Job Description

Asama Coldwater Manufacturing – Coldwater, MI

Full-Time Exempt 1st Shift (Flexible Schedule)

Travel: 10–20%Lead Maintenance. Maximize Uptime. Drive Reliability.

Asama Coldwater Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Casting Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations within our foundry environment.

This role is responsible for ensuring maximum equipment uptime across induction furnaces, molding machines, cranes, sand systems, pollution control equipment, conveyors, and automated production lines. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience, technical expertise in industrial maintenance, and a data-driven approach to reliability and continuous improvement.What You’ll DoMaintenance & Reliability Leadership

Develop and lead a comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance program (TPM)

Reduce emergency breakdowns and increase equipment lifespan

Oversee troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems

Track and improve OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and PM compliance metricsTeam Management

Supervise and mentor maintenance technicians and contractors

Assign work based on priority, equipment criticality, and technician skill level

Foster a safety-first, high-performance culture

Support root-cause problem solving and rapid response initiativesEquipment & Facility Oversight

Maintain foundry equipment including:

Induction furnaces

Molding systems (GF and DISA lines)

Sand systems and coolers

Overhead cranes

Conveyors (belt and vibratory)

Finishing equipment

Pollution control systems

Lead capital improvement and CAPEX projects

Support installation of new equipment and facility upgradesCompliance & Quality

Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and environmental regulations

Maintain IATF 16949 standards for automotive certification

Conduct safety audits and monitor high-risk work areas

Coordinate with quality teams to resolve production and reliability issuesBudget & Inventory Control

Manage maintenance budget and control departmental costs

Maintain critical spare parts inventory to prevent long lead-time failures

Coordinate with vendors regarding parts, equipment, and service needsData & Systems Management

Utilize CMMS systems to track KPIs and maintenance history

Analyze failure trends and implement corrective actions

Develop electronic maintenance tracking systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred)

Equivalent experience consideredExperience

3–7 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance leadership experience

Experience in foundry or heavy manufacturing environment preferred

Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systemsSkills

Proven team leadership and supervisory experience

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Proficiency with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office

Ability to interpret technical documentation and production data

Work Environment

Foundry environment with exposure to high heat, dust, and noise

Work near heavy machinery and moving equipment

PPE required

Flexible schedule required to support off-shift or emergency repairsWhy Join Asama Coldwater Manufacturing?

Leadership-level role with operational impact

Automotive-certified manufacturing environment

Opportunity to drive reliability strategy and capital improvements

Direct influence on equipment performance and plant productivity

Full-time