Foundry Manager

**Job Title**: Foundry General Manger

**Company**: Kethstone Engineering and Infrastructure

**Location**: Pretoria West, Gauteng

**Job Type**: Full-time

As the General Manager of our Induction Furnace Foundry, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the foundry's operations, ensuring efficient production, quality control, safety, and team leadership.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Operational Leadership**: Provide strategic direction and leadership for the foundry's operations, ensuring that production goals, quality standards, and safety protocols are met.

**Team Management**: Lead, motivate, and develop a team of professionals, including supervisors, technicians, and support staff, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.

**Production Efficiency**: Streamline and optimize production processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste, resulting in cost savings.

**Quality Control**: Implement quality control measures to maintain and improve product quality, overseeing inspection and testing procedures.

**Budget Management**: Develop and manage the foundry's budget, tracking expenses and revenue, and making financial decisions that align with the company's goals.

**Equipment Maintenance**: Ensure that all equipment and machinery are properly maintained and repaired to minimize downtime.

**Safety Compliance**: Uphold and enforce safety regulations, promoting a culture of safety awareness among all employees.

**Environmental Responsibility**: Implement eco-friendly practices and sustainability initiatives in the foundry operations.

**Customer Relations**: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, addressing their needs and ensuring satisfaction.

**Qualifications**:

- Proven experience in foundry management, with a minimum of 7 Years in a leadership role.
- In-depth knowledge of induction furnace operations and metal casting processes.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse workforce.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Sound financial acumen and budget management skills.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

**Education**:Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent industry experience may also be considered.

**Salary**: R45,000.00 - R55,000.00 per month

**Experience**:

- Managing a Foundry: 7 years (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Gauteng, Gauteng (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Gauteng, Gauteng: Relocate before starting work (required)