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Foundry Manufacturing Superintendent -- Metalcasting

Amsted Manufacturing USA
Kansas, KS Other
POSTED ON 8/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/10/2026
Why this role matters

Drive safe, reliable, and high-quality output in the melt shop and middle foundry while developing an engaged team. You’ll ensure people, equipment, and process all work in sync to meet production goals.

Leadership scope
  • Reports to: Production Manager
  • Direct span: 10–18 employees (team leaders, maintenance mechanics/electricians, hourly production roles)
  • Area ownership: Melt shop operations and supervision/direction of the middle foundry; oversight of equipment maintenance scheduling and direction
What you’ll do
  • Coordinate and supervise melt shop activities to hit shift production targets and meet objectives.
  • Deploy and manage manpower resources in line with plan changes.
  • Plan, prioritize, and direct equipment repairs and preventive maintenance.
  • Recruit, train, and motivate a capable, cost-effective production team.
  • Champion safety protocols and spotless housekeeping.
  • Lead first-step resolution of employee complaints and grievances to maintain positive relations.
  • Execute other tasks as needed to support operations.
Key partnerships
  • Office staff on customer shipping specs, shipping schedules, recordkeeping, and inventory.
  • Quality Manager to ensure compliance with AAR and Griffin quality standards/specifications.
  • Operations, Human Resources, and Safety Managers on discipline, attendance, and grievances.
  • Equipment Manager to advance TPM.
  • Materials Manager and storeroom for timely supply orders.
  • Vendors regarding correct product usage.
  • AAR inspectors and customers during on-site reviews.
  • Manager, Quality Assurance/Supervisor, Non-Destructive Testing System for issue resolution.
Qualifications
  • 3–5 years’ supervisory experience in manufacturing.
  • Hands-on exposure to Non Destructive Testing, tooling, QC (SPC), Safety, maintenance, and capital project management.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Physical/environmental conditions
  • Moderate physical effort
  • Unfavorable environment
  • Moderate hazards
Equal Opportunity Employer

Amsted Rail Company is an equal opportunity employer. Amsted Rail Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Amsted Rail complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Important to know

This posting summarizes key functions, typical knowledge and skills, and role scope, but is not all-inclusive. Duties may shift as needed, including cross-functional assignments to cover absences/relief, manage peak demand, or balance workload.

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