Tyler Union - Foundry Operations Manager (Anniston, AL) at Mcwaneinc

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned.) • Operations & Production Management • Lead and manage department managers within the foundry operations, including molding, core making, pouring, and finishing, as assigned. • Establish foundry goals and objectives; monitor and evaluate operating performance; provide direction, judgment, leadership, and technical expertise to maximize efficiency • Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality, safety, and cost targets • Monitor production metrics such as throughput, yield, scrap, rework, and on time delivery • Coordinate with planning to ensure material availability and efficient workflow • Troubleshoot production and process issues to minimize downtime and disruptions • Quality Management • Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and internal procedures • Work closely with Quality to reduce scrap, defects, and customer returns • Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions • Ensure proper documentation, process control, and adherence to ISO or customer requirements • Cross-Functional Support • Work with Maintenance and Engineering to ensure equipment uptime and reliability • Participate in capital planning, equipment repairs, upgrades, and new installations • Manage departmental budget as well as control labor, materials, energy, and consumable costs • Identify cost-reduction opportunities without compromising safety or quality. • Evaluate new technology and how it can be applied to enhance the operation • Attend trade shows and other events to promote capacity and capabilities of the facility • People Leadership & Workforce Development • Directly manage managers, supervisors, leads, and production teams across shifts • Hire, train, coach, and develop employees to build a skilled, accountable workforce • Manage labor planning, scheduling, and performance evaluations • Foster employee engagement, teamwork, and adherence to company values