Foundry Plant Manager

Foundry Plant Manager
Location: Belding, MI

Overview of the Opportunity

Our client is seeking a hands-on, driven Plant Manager to lead critical foundry operations across melting, casting, and mold maintenance. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule while maintaining strict quality standards.

This position is ideal for a manufacturing leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys developing teams, and has a strong focus on continuous improvement. You'll play a key role in shaping operational performance, mentoring frontline leaders, and driving measurable results across multiple shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and team leaders across melting, casting, and mold maintenance operations
• Oversee daily production activities to meet targets related to safety, quality, output, and cost
• Conduct regular safety inspections and enforce compliance with workplace safety standards
• Monitor production metrics, including yield, quality, and efficiency, and report on performance
• Drive accountability for employee performance, including attendance, productivity, and safety adherence
• Coordinate training and development initiatives aligned with standard operating procedures
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, GMP standards, and operational procedures
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve production challenges such as downtime or staffing gaps
• Ensure smooth shift transitions with clear communication and minimal operational disruption 

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; additional education is an asset
• 2-5 years of leadership experience in foundry or heavy manufacturing environments
• Experience overseeing melting, casting, or mold maintenance operations
• Strong understanding of foundry processes and production workflows
• Knowledge of workplace safety regulations and best practices
• Proven ability to lead teams, prioritize tasks, and solve operational challenges
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Preferred Experience

• Post-secondary education in a related field
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as 5S or Lean principles
• Experience working in high-temperature industrial environments
• Demonstrated success in driving process improvements and cost reductions
• Experience managing multi-shift operations

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a hot, industrial setting
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods (up to 12 hours)
• Ability to lift varying weights as required
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

What Success Looks Like

• A strong safety-first culture with consistent compliance
• Reliable production output that meets or exceeds targets
• Engaged, well-trained teams with clear accountability
• Continuous improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost control

Titles Encouraged to Apply

• Foundry Supervisor
• Casting Manager
• Production Manager (Manufacturing)
• Melt Shop Supervisor
• Operations Manager (Industrial/Manufacturing)
• Process Improvement Supervisor
• Manufacturing Team Lead