Cast House Manager - Manufacturing Plant

Keymark Corporation of New York, an aluminum extrusion manufacturing plant, is actively interviewing applicants for an experienced Cast House Manager at the Fonda, New York, manufacturing plant. Immediate start, must be local to the area within a commutable distance. Compensation is competitive starting between $25-$35 / hour and is reflective of your experience.We are looking for applicants with experience managing a crew of at least 10 employees in a manufacturing environment. Preference given if you have experience in a molten aluminum production environment.You will be working in an office and manufacturing plant floor, and cast house setting.We offer employees a full benefits package with company contributions to employee health insurance costs and 401k with up to 4% match.As a Keymark employee, you will also enjoy: 6 paid holidays 1 floating holiday 3 bereavement days Eligibility for health, vision, dental after 30 days Free life insurance 401K + up to 4% company match 2 weeks vacation in 2025 – with a third week in 2026 5 sick days The scope of your role as Cast House Manager includes: Working closely with the Department Manager on implementing and enforcing procedural tasks. Supervision of production crews.  Responsible for ensuring all training of any employee is carried out in line with that job title's training guide. Operate production or mobile equipment as needed.  Positive communication skills are required. Complete performance evaluations, personnel schedules, and staff meetings as necessary. Responsibilities: Provide a safe workplace for their team. Enforce all manufacturers' policies and procedures. Ensure all employees utilize prescribed safety equipment and abide by all safety rules and practices. Follow up regularly with staff on assigned tasks and instructions. Responsible for ensuring individual training documentation is complete and accurate. Maintain accurate reports and record keeping. Have knowledge and experience with Mobile equipment and manufacturing equipment, such as saws, cranes, and furnaces. Knowledge of molten aluminum hazards. Maintain a clean and orderly department at all times. See that production standards are met, and safety and quality are never compromised. Product Quality and enforcement of the Casting Department Standard Operating Procedures are the responsibility of the Supervisor. Must treat each employee in a respectful, fair, and equal manner and never discriminate against any employee for any reason. Supervisor has the authority to reprimand an employee if necessary, always consulting the department manager first. Keep open lines of communication with the Department Manager. Meetings will occur daily. Bring new ideas to the Department Manager that may improve safety, quality, or production. Work with computer programs for maintenance work orders, requisitions, and personnel timekeeping records. May work with suppliers, vendors, or technicians for supply procurement and equipment repair. Given we are a 24/7 operation, some availability for after-hours calls to support production issues would be necessary. Facilitate effective accident investigations and ensure appropriate documentation is completed on time. Review applicants, schedule, and conduct interviews of prospective new hires. Candidates Preferred Education & Experience: Prefer experience managing a crew of 10 employees in a manufacturing environment (preferably in a molten aluminum production environment) Demonstrate professionalism, good communication, time management, follow-through, observation, and organizational skills. Inventory control of supplies and raw materials. Working Conditions:The work environment characteristics are representative of those while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The job requires working in the manufacturing plant and cast house with a wide variety of other job groups, where the work environment may be very loud and extremely hot. The work environment in the manufacturing plant may also involve work around lift trucks, traffic, heavy machinery, hot work areas, and electricity.About Keymark Corporation of New York:We are the premier full-service aluminum extrusion company featuring in-house finishing capabilities including: anodizing, casting, extruding, extrusion die construction, painting (acrylic, kynar, & powder coating), thermal barrier, thermal strut, and custom packaging. We manufacture custom and stock extrusions/profiles for the Automotive, Building & Construction (Curtain Wall, Commercial Windows, & Storefront), Consumer Durables, Distribution, Electrical, Machinery & Equipment, and Transportation markets. Our company has locations in Fonda, NY and Lakeland, FL, and has been in business since 1964.Keymark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Created: 2025-11-19