Sand Finishing Supervisor

ALCON INDUSTRIES INC•Cleveland, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sand Finishing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing operations related to the finishing and grinding of castings that come from our various foundries, especially those made using the green sand-casting process. This involves ensuring the removal of excess material (like gates, risers, and parting lines) from raw castings, using various techniques like chipping, grinding, and vibrating. The SFS will be responsible for their department producing high-quality, finished castings that meet specifications and are ready for shipment.

Requirements

1-2 years of experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing environment required.
Driven, with a strong sense of urgency.
Track record of success in driving productivity.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Exceptional time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Capability to gain thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.
Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 or related software.
Proven success working within an ERP system.
High School Diploma required.
Enthusiastic and highly motivated with a can-do attitude.

Nice To Haves

Metallurgist, grinding, and welding knowledge preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in our related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

Engage in daily operations to ensure daily productivity goals are met.
Lead, direct, and partake in the Production team’s daily goals.
Assist in training the employees while providing themwith adequate knowledge about processes.
Drive accountability to systems, policies, and procedures.
Accomplish production results by communicating job expectations/planning/monitoring.
Create/revise production schedules and priorities based on order due date and customer needs.
Prepare and process requisitions and/or purchase orders for materials, supplies, and equipment.
Administrative tasks such as daily attendance and production reporting, including “after production hours” responsibilities.
Utilize all available resources to meet delivery dates and quality standards.
Provide ongoing training, coaching, and development.
Lead physical inventory for the department.
Perform other duties as assigned.