Melt Shop Manager

Jobot; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Melt Shop Manager to own melt shop operations for a three‑shift aluminum operation, leading a twelve‑person team through composition accuracy, casting output and safety. The ideal candidate has several years of melt shop or foundry supervision with a strong aluminum background, proven ability to run three shifts and develop hourly staff.

Compensation includes up to $110,000 salary, up to 10% annual bonus, and relocation support; the site is part of a long‑standing metals group

Qualifications

• Several years of melt shop or foundry supervisory experience, aluminum alloy background preferred.
• Experience running a three-shift operation with consistency across shifts.
• Ability to lead and develop an hourly production team and enforce safety in molten aluminum handling.

Responsibilities

• Lead a twelve-person team across three shifts in aluminum melt operations.
• Ensure alloy composition accuracy and manage alloy selection between aluminum and magnesium if needed.
• Schedule furnaces and manage casting output across all shifts.
• Supervise and develop shift staff; backfill due to leadership change.
• Enforce safety protocols for molten aluminum handling and high-heat operations.
• Track yield and scrap to maintain cross-shift consistency.

Skills

Melt shop supervision

Aluminum background

Team leadership

Shift scheduling

Job description

Melt Shop Manager - 110K+ & 10% Bonus - MUST HAVE ALUMINUM BACKGROUND

Salary: $95,000 - $110,000 per year

Job details

Own melt shop operations for a three shift aluminum operation, leading a team of twelve through composition accuracy, casting output and safety.

What you’ll do

• Lead a team of twelve across three shifts, roughly four per shift, running aluminum melt operations around the clock
• Own alloy composition accuracy, this site runs aluminum primarily with the capability to run magnesium if called for
• Manage daily furnace scheduling and casting output across all three shifts
• Supervise and develop shift level staff, this backfill exists because the prior leader moved on, not because of performance problems on the team
• Enforce safety protocols specific to molten aluminum handling and high heat operations
• Track yield and scrap closely, consistency across shifts is the standard here

What we’re looking for

• Several years of melt shop or foundry supervisory experience, aluminum alloy background strongly preferred
• Comfortable running a three shift operation and holding consistency across all of them
• Proven ability to lead and develop an hourly team
• Working knowledge of furnace operations and precise composition control

Compensation and relocation

Salary up to approximately $105,000 for experienced candidates, floor not yet confirmed, worth getting that before this posts. Annual bonus target up to 10%, realistic average has landed between 5 and 7.5% over the last five years, with a full payout last year. Relocation is covered through a gross up sign on bonus, typically paid in the first paycheck, amount varies based on distance, family size and housing situation. Relocation timeline runs 3 to 6 weeks depending on the individual.

Company background

A precision alloy manufacturer specializing in aluminum alloys for industrial and specialty markets. Part of a larger multi site metals group with a long standing history in metal casting and fabrication.

Why join us?

Decades of history and steady demand for the product line, paired with real investment in modern melt shop practices from the group behind it.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.