Foundry Supervisor, Molding Operations - 1st Shift

MetalTek International • Pevely, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

MetalTek International is seeking an experienced Foundry Supervisor to lead our No-Bake Molding and Core Operations team at our Carondelet Foundry in Pevely, Missouri. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys developing people, and is passionate about safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The Foundry Supervisor is responsible for leading molding, core-making, and production activities while ensuring a safe, productive, and quality-focused operation. You will be responsible for guiding employees, supporting daily production goals, and driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department.

Requirements

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, foundry, metal casting, or heavy industrial operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate teams, drive accountability, and create a culture focused on safety, quality, and results.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment with responsibility for people, processes, and performance.
• Hands-on leadership style and willingness to work alongside employees when needed to support operational success.
• Ability to make decisions independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with inventory control, quality systems, production scheduling, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in No-Bake Molding operations.
• Sand casting or foundry manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of melt and pour operations.
• Technical education in manufacturing, engineering, metallurgy, or a related field.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support No-Bake Molding and Core Operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and delivery objectives are achieved.
• Supervise, coach, train, and develop production employees while fostering a positive, accountable, and team-oriented culture.
• Ensure all molding, core-making, melt, and pour procedures are followed consistently and safely.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and increase process efficiency.
• Monitor inventory, process control, and product quality while maintaining compliance with established standards.
• Support production scheduling and collaborate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and operations teams to ensure successful execution.
• Lead safety initiatives, conduct investigations when necessary, and reinforce MetalTek's commitment to a world-class safety culture.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, employee development, and performance management activities.
• Maintain clear communication across departments and between shifts to ensure seamless operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed