Casting Assistant Manager - 2nd Shift Job at Asama Coldwater Manufacturing, Sturgis, MI

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  • Asama Coldwater Manufacturing
  • Sturgis, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Casting Assistant Manager – Foundry Operations

Asama Coldwater Manufacturing – Coldwater, MI

Full-Time | Exempt | 10–20% Travel Required

Lead Foundry Operations. Drive Performance. Build Teams.

Asama Coldwater Manufacturing is seeking a Casting Assistant Manager to oversee daily foundry and metal casting operations.

This leadership role bridges executive strategy and floor-level execution—ensuring safety, production efficiency, quality standards, and cost control across casting operations.

The ideal candidate brings strong foundry experience, hands-on leadership, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a high-heat manufacturing environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesProduction & Operations Leadership
  • Oversee daily metal casting and foundry operations
  • Ensure productivity, quality, and safety goals are met or exceeded
  • Maintain strong floor presence across shifts
  • Manage production schedules, staffing, and workflow planning
  • Coordinate movement of goods to support accurate inventory control
Team Management & Development
  • Supervise casting department leadership and staff
  • Hire, train, evaluate, and develop personnel
  • Manage schedules and assign responsibilities
  • Resolve personnel and operational challenges
Safety & Compliance
  • Enforce OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards
  • Ensure proper PPE compliance
  • Promote a culture of workplace safety
Financial & Strategic Oversight
  • Develop budgets and approve expenditures
  • Optimize use of labor, materials, and equipment
  • Analyze production and quality data to identify improvements
  • Implement cost-reduction and efficiency initiatives
Maintenance & Process Improvement
  • Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability
  • Troubleshoot production and processing issues
  • Recommend facility or equipment modifications
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance output and reduce waste

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree (four-year college or university)
  • OR related equivalent experience

Experience

  • 3–7 years of foundry or metal casting experience
  • Prior manufacturing leadership experience

Technical Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of melting furnaces, sand systems, cranes
  • Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Leadership Skills

  • Proven ability to manage teams
  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
  • Effective communication across departments
Work Environment
  • Exposure to high heat, dust, and noise in a foundry setting
  • Frequent climbing, lifting, and physical activity
  • Ability to wear required PPE at all times
  • Flexible schedule to support emergency repairs or operational needs

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours, Shift work, Afternoon shift

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