Foundry Supervisor
Duties and Overall Responsibilities
Directs personnel to carry out tasks according to production requirements
Assists and trains employees in foundry operations, and assists Foundry Manager in evaluating performance
Collects and reports on labor time and for all foundry personnel
Supports the preparation and maintenance of documentation relating to foundry operations and job safety analysis
Adapts production schedule to meet changing priorities of equipment, personnel or work objectives
Assists or leads in the set-up of jobs to meet production requirements
Adheres to a quality control system, which supports quality products that meets customer(s) expectations
Takes responsibility for the results achieved by the Foundry Department, in areas of meeting production schedules, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and the cross-training of personnel
Inspects materials and parts periodically for quality
Monitors equipment to avoid malfunctions and addresses maintenance issues
Promotes and ensures compliance with all safety and quality standards
Takes responsibility for equipment care and basic maintenance and repair
Counsels employees in matters relating to their immediate performance, quality issues and safety requirements
Recognizes own capabilities and takes initiative to continually improve
Performs other duties as assigned
Skills and Experience
Previous experience in a Supervisory or Lead position
Prior experience within a Foundry/Casting plant
Knowledge of computer systems and standard software (Excel, Work, Outlook) as well as manufacturing planning systems
Excellent time management skills, problem solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
