Foundry Process Engineer: Solve Defects & Lean Wins

Socket.dev; Wabash (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabash Castings LLC, a division of Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry, is seeking a Process Engineer in Wabash, IN. You will serve as a hands-on technical resource connecting engineering, CAD, operations, quality, and production on the shop floor to turn good designs into good castings.

The role emphasizes real foundry experience, practical problem solving on the floor, and collaboration with foremen and teams to reduce scrap, improve processes, and support new job launches.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of foundry experience.
• Strong problem-solving and clear communication.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Review gating and pattern designs for casting.
• Collaborate with CAD on MAGMASOFT results and process improvements.
• Partner with foremen and supervisors on green sand and air-set jobs.
• Investigate defects and troubleshoot porosity and quality issues.
• Lead scrap-reduction initiatives on high-loss jobs.
• Support RFQs, quoting, and process development.
• Develop and improve process sheets; participate in lean initiatives.

Skills

Foundry experience

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Manufacturing environment

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Wabash Castings LLC, a division of Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry, is seeking a Process Engineer in Wabash, IN. You will serve as a hands-on technical resource connecting engineering, CAD, operations, quality, and production on the shop floor to turn good designs into good castings.

The role emphasizes real foundry experience, practical problem solving on the floor, and collaboration with foremen and teams to reduce scrap, improve processes, and support new job launches.