Casting Foreman

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment is operating within specified parameters
• Manage Machining associates
• Ensure all team members have proper PPE in good condition
• Communicate schedule requirements and production targets
• Prioritize jobs/tasks based on requirements from Supervisor
• Observe Machining changeover tasks for accuracy and correctness
• Promote safe work procedures in accordance with KAAP safety rules and regulations
• Ensure quality checks are being performed on time and correctly
• Enter data in QAD
• Inventorize control
• Promote and implement assigned 5S activities throughout the Machining department
• Monitor cycle times
• Communicate any issues to Supervisor

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and as a team
• Basic troubleshooting and problem solving
• Ability to read and comprehend basic English
• Ability to follow instructions
• Basic computer skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to identify nonstandard situations and respond accordingly
• Basic troubleshooting and mechanical knowledge

Education & Experience

• High school degree or GED equivalence
• 3 plus years leadership experience in automotive environment
• Previous experience with CNC machinery or similar environment
• Crane and forklift experience preferred