CA Lawton Minster is seeking a skilled Foundry Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations by ensuring the safe, timely, and high-quality manufacturing of castings.
This role is responsible for developing and maintaining manufacturing processes, supporting tooling and casting design, participating in quoting, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with engineering, quality, pattern shop, production, and leadership teams.
Essential Functions
- Facilitate new job start-up and support quality / productivity improvements throughout Foundry Operations.
- Develop and revise gating, risering, and tooling drawings / layouts with a focus on standardization.
- Create and maintain accurate routings, bills of material, and standard work documentation.
- Assist in job cost estimates for tooling and castings.
- Troubleshoot casting defects and support problem-solving activities using 5 Why, Fishbone, A3, 8D, and Kata.
- Support customer dimensional, machining, and form / fit issues related to tooling or equipment.
- Use data-driven decision-making and leverage available technology for communication.
- Participate in and sustain continuous improvement projects.
- Maintain awareness of new technologies to enhance competitive advantage.
- Identify and communicate process changes that improve productivity, quality, cost, and safety.
- Perform other duties and manage special projects as assigned.
Qualifications & Competencies
Demonstrates company values :Honesty, Caring, Improving, SuccessUnderstanding of foundry processes, tooling design, and operational best practices preferredStrong commitment to process definition and disciplined adherence to proceduresKnowledge of gating / risering / chilling principlesAdvanced blueprint reading and interpretation skillsExperience with CAD and flow / solidification simulation tools (SolidWorks, MAGMA preferred)Effective communication skills and strong teamworkFlexible, ethical, and able to adapt to changeProficient in necessary information systemsAbility to pass a physical exam and pre-employment substance screen Salary : $75-90K Depending on experience Skills & Experience : Education :Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferredAssociate degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting, Industrial Arts, etc., accepted with additional experience Experience :Minimum 2 years of manufacturing engineering experience in an iron foundry preferred Computer Skills :Microsoft OfficeCAD – SolidWorks preferredERP – B&L preferred What We OfferFixed weekly scheduleBenefits available after 60 daysPaid holidays & PTO401(k) with company matchUniforms providedBoot & prescription safety glass reimbursementTuition reimbursementGrowth and advancement opportunitiesFamily-oriented culture where your contributions are valued Apply Today!Join a company where your work makes a meaningful impact every day.The C.A.Lawton Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
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