Melt Superintendent

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Melt Superintendent to oversee all operations within the melt department of our foundry. This position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality melting processes that support production goals. The Melt Superintendent will lead and develop teams, drive process improvements, and maintain strict compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards.

• Direct and supervise daily melt department operations to achieve production schedules, quality standards, and safety objectives.
• Lead a team of melt supervisors, furnace operators, and support staff, ensuring proper staffing, training, and performance management.
• Monitor and control melting processes for optimal efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure proper alloying, charging, and furnace operations in line with metallurgical specifications and customer requirements.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations, implementing corrective actions when needed.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure reliable furnace and melt equipment operation, driving preventive maintenance and rapid troubleshooting initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement activities by identifying process bottlenecks and implementing corrective and preventive solutions.
• Analyze operational data and production metrics to drive productivity and scrap reduction.
• Develop, maintain, and update melt department procedures, work instructions, and training programs.
• Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to resolve metallurgical or process issues impacting product performance.
• Maintain inventory control of raw materials, alloys, and refractories to ensure uninterrupted melt operations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and high performance within the melt department.

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Engineering, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive foundry melt experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or superintendent role.
• Extensive knowledge of melting practices and furnace operations (induction or cupola as applicable).
• Strong understanding of metallurgical processes, alloy specifications, and quality control standards.
• Proven ability to lead teams effectively in a union or nonunion environment.
• Strong safety orientation with a track record of maintaining a safe work environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives a plus.
• Proficiency with production reporting and ERP/CMMS systems preferred.

• Opportunity to lead a critical production department within a stable and growing manufacturing company.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative work environment with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and employee development.
• Ability to implement impactful process improvements and grow your leadership career