Foundry Production Lead: Safety & Lean Improvement

Doherty; Cold Spring (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Medical FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FS

Basic Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing (ROA)

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Jury Duty and Funeral Leave Benefits

Job summary

Doherty Staffing Solutions in Cold Spring, MN is hiring a Production Supervisor to lead sand molding and pouring operations on the production floor. You will drive safety and quality initiatives, monitor performance, and support continuous improvement efforts across the plant.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, coaching, and collaboration with maintenance and materials teams to ensure on-time delivery and optimal productivity. A strong foundry background is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience in a foundry environment.
• Strong understanding of foundry operations, safety regulations, and production processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, quality systems, 5S, TPM, and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and work ~70% on the production floor.
• Forklift operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct employees in molding, pouring, and related foundry operations.
• Identify, address, and eliminate workplace safety concerns while promoting a safe environment.
• Monitor production performance, quality metrics, and productivity goals.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coach employees, and support training and development.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, TPM, quality, cost, and delivery programs.
• Manage inventory, receive material shipments, and coordinate parts and supply ordering.
• Support daily production meetings, audits, and major maintenance activities.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Lean manufacturing

TPM

Quality systems

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Forklift operation

Electric and pneumatic hand tools

Job description

Doherty Staffing Solutions in Cold Spring, MN is hiring a Production Supervisor to lead sand molding and pouring operations on the production floor. You will drive safety and quality initiatives, monitor performance, and support continuous improvement efforts across the plant.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, coaching, and collaboration with maintenance and materials teams to ensure on-time delivery and optimal productivity. A strong foundry background is preferred.