Foundry Maintenance Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Manager (Foundry)

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Operations & Leadership

• Plan, schedule, and oversee all maintenance activities for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and structural systems.

• Lead, supervise, and develop maintenance personnel, including technicians, electricians, and contractors.

• Coordinate with production and engineering teams to ensure equipment availability and operational efficiency.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce unplanned downtime.

• Troubleshoot equipment failures and ensure rapid restoration of production operations.

• Analyze equipment performance and failure trends to implement corrective actions and improvements.

Equipment & Reliability Management

• Maintain and manage spare parts inventory, ensuring critical components are available.

• Support reliability engineering initiatives and equipment upgrades.

• Collaborate on capital improvement and modernization projects.

Systems & Compliance

• Maintain maintenance records using CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP, Maximo, MP2).

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and internal safety standards.

• Enforce lockout/tagout procedures and safe work practices.

Budget & Vendor Management

• Manage maintenance budgets including labor, materials, and capital expenditures.

• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance and installations.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• 5-8+ years of maintenance leadership experience in foundry, steel mill, or heavy industrial manufacturing environments.

• Strong knowledge of foundry equipment (furnaces, conveyors, dust collection systems, hydraulic presses, core/mold machines).

• Experience with CMMS systems and preventive/predictive maintenance programs.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.

• Strong understanding of safety regulations and LOTO procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) certification.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, or Six Sigma methodologies.

• Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA systems, and industrial automation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: DOE

• 401(k) plan

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Relocation assistance available

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.