Foundry Cleaning Room Lead (Night Shift)

Farrar Corporation; Norwich (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Farrar Corporation is seeking a Foundry Cleaning Room Lead in Norwich, KS. This full-time, night shift role involves overseeing post-casting operations, ensuring quality standards, and leading a team. The ideal candidate should have 3–5+ years of foundry experience, strong leadership abilities, and knowledge of grinding and shot blasting processes. Candidates must be able to lift heavy castings and comply with safety protocols. This position offers hands-on leadership in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of foundry experience, preferably in ductile iron.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, prints, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct cleaning room personnel across operations.
• Coordinate daily workflow to meet production schedules.
• Ensure all castings meet quality specifications.
• Train and develop team members on safety and quality standards.
• Monitor productivity and improve throughput.

Skills

Grinding practices and standards

Shot blasting operations

Casting defects and inspection methods

Leadership experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sinto Barinders

Hydraulic Wedges

Shot Blast machine

SNAG grinders

Job description

Farrar Corporation is seeking a Foundry Cleaning Room Lead in Norwich, KS. This full-time, night shift role involves overseeing post-casting operations, ensuring quality standards, and leading a team. The ideal candidate should have 3–5+ years of foundry experience, strong leadership abilities, and knowledge of grinding and shot blasting processes. Candidates must be able to lift heavy castings and comply with safety protocols. This position offers hands-on leadership in a fast-paced production environment.