Foundry Lead

We are seeking an experienced Lead Foundry Worker to support daily foundry operations while providing leadership and guidance to the production team. This position performs all core foundry functions, assists the Foundry Supervisor with production coordination, and serves as the lead in the supervisor's absence.

Lead Foundry Worker

Pay:$25.00 per hour
Location:Tulsa, OK 74131
Shift:Monday Thursday | 3: 00 AM 1: 30 PM
Overtime:Typically 8 hours on Fridays (Occasional Saturdays as Needed)
Job Type:Temp-to-Hire
Job Order #:125262
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Lead Foundry Worker to support daily foundry operations while providing leadership and guidance to the production team. This position performs all core foundry functions, assists the Foundry Supervisor with production coordination, and serves as the lead in the supervisor's absence.

The ideal candidate has extensive foundry experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead a team while maintaining quality, productivity, and safety standards.
Required Experience & Skills
High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 3 years of experience in at least two foundry processes, including:

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  Pattern shop/storage
  
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  Core making
  
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  Mold making/closing
  
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  Induction melting
  
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  Pouring
  
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  Shakeout
  
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  Abrasive blasting
  
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  Grinding
  
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  Casting inspection and repair
  Minimum 1 year of experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and front-end loaders
  Experience with mold making, melting, pouring, and finish room operations required
  Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
  Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  Ability to learn quickly and work with minimal supervision
  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Perform all standard foundry operations including core making, mold making, mold closing, sand testing, melting, pouring, shakeout, and casting cleaning
Remove gates, risers, fins, and perform surface repairs and abrasive blasting as required
Support daily operations and production planning alongside the Foundry Supervisor
Lead and coordinate foundry personnel during the supervisor's absence
Assist with scheduling, workflow, and production priorities
Communicate production updates with planning and management teams
Inspect castings for quality and perform finishing operations as needed
Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and front-end loaders safely and efficiently
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements
Perform additional duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Previous lead or supervisory experience in a foundry environment
Experience with production scheduling and workflow coordination
Strong knowledge of industrial manufacturing and casting processes
Experience training and mentoring production employees
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and material handling
Occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling
Ability to work around heavy industrial equipment and molten metal
Comfortable working in extreme temperatures and physically demanding conditions
Work Environment
Industrial foundry environment
Exposure to molten metal, heat, moving equipment, overhead cranes, dust, fumes, chemicals, and airborne particles
Moderate to high noise levels throughout the facility
Required PPE includes hard hat, face protection, gloves, steel-toe boots, and additional safety equipment as required
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
Four-day work week with overtime opportunities
Leadership role with advancement potential
Stable, long-term manufacturing opportunity
Hands-on work in a highly skilled industrial environment
Opportunity to make a direct impact on production and team success
Ready to Apply?
Apply today for immediate consideration or call/text us at 918-582-0522 for more information.

You can also walk in and apply at:

1531 E. 2nd St.
Tulsa, OK 74120
Monday Friday | 8 AM 4 PM

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