Tyler Union - Foundry Operations Manager (Anniston, AL)

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