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Director, Foundry Operations

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Emerson seeks a Director, Foundry Operations in Erie, PA to lead Urick Foundry with full P&L responsibility. This role involves establishing operational, commercial, and cultural strategies to enhance competitiveness and drive world-class performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Ansvarsområden

  • Establish and execute a multi-year strategy aligned with customer needs and business growth.
  • Oversee full P&L performance, including annual plans, budgets, and monthly forecasts.
  • Drive initiatives to improve profitability, cost competitiveness, and asset utilization.
  • Promote a strong safety culture focused on accountability, engagement, and proactive risk reduction.
  • Oversee all foundry operations including melting, molding, core making, finishing, maintenance, and metallurgy.
  • Drive Lean and continuous improvement efforts to increase throughput, reduce scrap, improve labor efficiency, and enhance equipment reliability.
  • Build strong relationships with Ridge Tool and external trade customers.
  • Build a high-performing, collaborative culture that attracts and develops strong technical and operational talent.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies, ethical standards, environmental regulations, and safety requirements.

Krav

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Metallurgy, Business, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, engineering, or technical sales (preferably within foundry, metal casting, or heavy industrial environments).
  • Strong business acumen with an understanding of P&L performance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
  • Experience building and leading high-performing teams, including leadership development and organizational change.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of an organization.
  • Track record of driving safety performance and fostering a culture of accountability and employee engagement.
  • Ability to lead in a unionized environment, including participation in negotiations and labor-management relations.

Önskade kvalifikationer

  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.
  • Experience in foundry or metal casting environments.
  • Proven background in Lean, continuous improvement, and operational excellence with measurable results.
  • Familiarity with metallurgical processes, precision casting operations and technical problem-solving.
  • Experience growing third-party/business-to-business sales in an industrial setting.

Förmåner

  • Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
  • Emerson prioritizes a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow.
  • Fosters an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives.
  • Commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture.
  • Support through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities.
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Elyria, United States

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