Foreman, Foundry (2nd Shift)

Samuel, Son & Co.•Riverside, CA

23h•$28 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Foreman in the Foundry, specifically for the 2nd shift, which operates Monday through Saturday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The position involves overseeing various aspects of foundry operations, including safety, production, alloying, equipment maintenance, quality control, and team leadership. The company, Samuel, emphasizes a culture of equality, respect, and integrity, offering opportunities for career development and growth within the metals industry. Sierra Aluminum, the specific division, is a vertically integrated aluminum extrusion mill.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in aluminum casting, foundry, or furnace operations.
At least 2 years of lead or foreman-level experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of aluminum alloys and alloying practices (ASTM standards preferred).
Experience with furnace operations, melt control, and casting processes.
Ability to identify and mitigate safety risks related to molten metal, wet scrap, and high-temperature environments.
Familiarity with spectrometer use and basic metallurgical analysis.
Experience with (D365 or similar) for production tracking and material traceability.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage shift operations effectively.

Nice To Haves

ASTM standards preferred for alloying practices.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all safety policies related to molten metal handling and furnace operations.
Verify that all materials, tools, and scrap are dry and properly inspected before charging or use to maintain a safe operating environment.
Monitor safe charging practices (long scrap, bales, cold/wet materials).
Ensure proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) for out-of-service equipment.
Identify hazards such as cracked hoses, thermocouples, or furnace issues and escalate and stop operations when required for safety.
Monitor furnace charging, melting, alloying, and casting processes.
Ensure furnace capacity is optimized and charging specifications are followed.
Control melt times and furnace temperatures to prevent overheating and oxidation.
Coordinate daily production to meet throughput targets.
Monitor billet quality, scrap rates, and process efficiency.
Ensure correct alloying practices per Sierra and ASTM specifications.
Oversee addition of alloying elements and verify chemical composition.
Monitor spectrometer usage for accurate metal analysis.
Ensure proper stirring, sampling, and homogenization of molten metal.
Oversee furnace maintenance including hot cleaning Furnaces/Degasser unit and inspections.
Ensure proper operation and calibration of thermocouples.
Monitor condition of molds, filters, troughs, and casting tables.
Coordinate with maintenance for repairs.
Ensure compliance with work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Monitor inclusion risks (filters, dross, contamination).
Verify proper tracking of materials using D365.
Ensure traceability of production from charge to final product.
Provide hands-on direction and job-site coaching to furnace operators and casting crews during assigned shifts.
Assign tasks and monitor shift performance against safety and production expectations.
Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Conduct shift meetings and communicate production goals and safety expectations.