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at Insight Global, LLC in Spokane Valley, Washington, United States Job Description Job Description Insight Global's client is seeking a Chief Foundry Engineer to lead engineering initiatives within a steel and iron foundry environment. This individual will be responsible for driving foundry throughput, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement efforts across molding, melting, finishing, and pattern shop operations. The Chief Foundry Engineer will serve as the technical leader for the facility, partnering closely with operations, quality, sales, and leadership teams to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce scrap, improve casting quality, and support new product development. Key Responsibilities Lead technical initiatives to improve foundry throughput, operational efficiency, and casting quality. Analyze scrap, rework, and production metrics to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Drive continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives throughout the foundry. Partner with molding, melting, and finishing teams to optimize processes and improve product quality. Develop and implement process improvements that reduce waste, consumable usage, and production costs. Identify critical process variables impacting casting quality and establish preventative controls. Oversee pattern design activities, including improvements to gating, risering, and solidification strategies. Manage and mentor foundry engineers and pattern shop personnel. Collaborate with Quality to enhance QMS processes, standard work instructions, and production procedures. Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting support across manufacturing departments. Lead engineering efforts related to new product development and production launches. Support customer meetings and collaborate with sales and marketing teams to meet client requirements. Review production schedules, engineering specifications, and manufacturing workflows to maximize efficiency. Utilize statistical analysis and engineering principles to establish manufacturing standards and staffing requirements. Evaluate equipment and facility performance and recommend capital improvements and modernization initiatives. Skills and Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. 5+ years of iron and/or steel foundry engineering experience. Strong experience with pattern design, including gating, risering, and solidification principles. Proven experience driving process improvements within a foundry manufacturing environment. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills. Experience utilizing manufacturing KPIs and data-driven decision-making. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to lead technical teams and collaborate cross-functionally with operations and executive leadership. Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience. Experience managing engineering teams and pattern shop operations. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems ( QMS ) and standard work development. Experience supporting customer-facing technical discussions and new product introductions. Background in steel casting, iron casting, or heavy industrial manufacturing environments. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account