Mold-Melt Supervisor

Grede•Wauwatosa, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Grede is seeking a 3rd shift Mold/Melt Supervisor to join their growing team. This role is responsible for the effective and successful management of labor, productivity, quality control, and safety measures established for the Mold Department. The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $85,000 annually.

Requirements

High School Diploma plus apprenticeship or related associate degree, or equivalent.
Two years’ experience in a heavy metal manufacturing environment, foundry preferred.
Requires great attention to detail and accuracy to avoid errors that would cause delay or dissatisfaction.
Moderate physical exertion.
Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Physical movement includes some repetitive motion, with twisting and bending.
Must be willing and able to wear all required PPE. (Safety goggles, hearing protection, steel-toe non-slip safety shoes, and gloves as needed when on the shop floor.)

Responsibilities

Supervise daily operations within the mold/melt department, ensuring safety, quality, and production targets are consistently met.
Partner with Maintenance to ensure all equipment is properly maintained; initiate and follow up on work orders as needed.
Ensure all production activities adhere to established process sheets and standard operating procedures.
Recommend and implement process improvements, with approval from the Foundry Manager and Operations Manager.
Oversee daily mold/melt operations, including shift transitions, weekend shutdown procedures, and department security.
Manage material availability by coordinating and ordering supplies to support efficient operations, with proper approvals.
Review and submit accurate shift documentation, including production, downtime, staffing, and performance reports.
Lead incident investigations, complete accident reports, and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Train, coach, and develop employees on mold/melt processes; support cross-training to enhance workforce flexibility.
Promote a culture of safety and quality by actively participating in meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
Inspect and audit tooling before production; coordinate repairs or replacements when tooling is not production-ready.
Monitor employee performance throughout the shift, ensuring compliance with procedures and addressing performance issues as needed.