Production Supervisor

Job Summary

The Casting Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of hourly employees engaged in the cast production of iron pipe. This position operates in a heavy industrial foundry environment and is accountable for safety, quality, and production performance while leading employees in high heat, labor intensive, and physically demanding conditions.

• Supervise daily casting operations and direct 30–35 hourly employees.
• Examine materials and production processes at various stages to ensure quality standards are met.
• Observe and monitor casting machinery and production flow.
• Interpret production specifications, procedures, and schedules.
• Adjust work assignments and procedures to meet production and safety requirements.
• Resolve operational and personnel issues as they arise.
• Maintain accurate time, tonnage, scrap, and production records.
• Ensure adequate raw materials are available on the casting and core floors.
• Verify completion of all required documentation, including startup checklists and weight comparisons.
• Work closely with Maintenance Supervisors to ensure consistent and efficient production.
• Ensure all required training is completed, including JSAs, safety talks, and Pure Safety requirements.
• Conduct safety audits and enforce lockout/tagout procedures.
• Administer discipline to hourly employees in accordance with company policy.
• Interpret and enforce company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Carry out supervisory duties in compliance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Communicate regularly with Quality Inspectors regarding pipe quality.
• Respond promptly to feedback from Quality and Inspection teams.
• Inspect molded pipe prior to entering the annealing process.
• Identify and remove non‑conforming product.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of Casting Department Quality Checkpoint Guides, including:
  • Pipe identification
  • Process markings
  • Non conforming pipe markings
  • Non conforming pipe conditions

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Previous experience in a heavy industrial or foundry environment strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in harsh conditions, including high heat, outdoor exposure, and physically demanding environments.
• Experience supervising employees performing labor intensive work.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety practices (lockout/tagout, safety audits, JSA).
• Strong computer skills with the ability to maintain production and quality records.

• Ability to work in high heat industrial environments with exposure to weather conditions.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and use of hands.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. manually and heavier loads with equipment assistance.
• Must meet all physical and medical requirements for the position.

• Adaptability – Able to adjust to the needs of the organization by learning new jobs, changing shifts with short notice and a willingness to learn new things.
• Interpersonal – Able to communicate and relate to others in a supportive, cooperative and results‑oriented manner.
• Quality – Able to be attentive to all aspects of the environment and to monitor continued excellence in production and the environment.
• Safety – Able to adhere to all guidelines and policies to ensure the health and safety of other workers.
• Teamwork – Able to work with people in any job to build morale and commitment to goals and objectives.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, fumes, noise, and extreme heat. The environment may also include wet or humid conditions, vibrations, and occasional exposure to chemicals.