Foundry Cleaning Room Lead

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This is an on-site located in Norwich, KS. Role Overview Farrar Corporation is looking for a skilled cleaning room lead. The lead is responsible for overseeing all post-casting operations including shakeout, knock-off, shot blasting, inspection, and grinding. This role ensures Farrar castings meet all quality standards while maintaining safe, efficient, and consistent production. The cleaning room lead provides hands-on leadership, directs daily activities, and drives continuous improvement across cleaning room processes. + Lead and direct cleaning room personnel across all operations including shakeout, knockoff, shot blasting, inspection and grinding + Coordinate daily workflow to meet production schedules and shipping requirements + Ensure all castings meet quality specifications before release to next operations or shipment + Train, coach, and develop team members on proper techniques, safety practices, and quality standards + Monitor productivity and identify opportunities to improve throughput and reduce bottlenecks + Maintain and enforce all safety standards, including PPE and equipment operation + Setup and adjust programs on Sinto Barinders + Ensure proper operation and basic maintenance of equipment including Hydraulic Wedges, Shot Blast machine, SNAG grinders, and Sinto Barinders + Troubleshoot process or equipment issues and escalate when necessary + Work closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to: + Address casting defects + Implement corrective actions + Improve overall casting quality and consistency + Maintain organization and housekeeping standards in the cleaning room + High school diploma or equivalent required + 3-5+ years of foundry experience, preferably in ductile iron + Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred + Strong knowledge of: + Grinding practices and standards + Shot blasting operations + Casting defects and inspection methods + Experience with automated grinding systems, including Sinto Barinders, strongly preferred + Ability to read and interpret work instructions, prints, and quality standards + Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently + Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written + Team-oriented mindset with a focus on collaboration and support + Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship + Frequent exposure to heat, dust, noise and industrial equipment + Ability to stand and walk for extended periods + Ability to lift 25-90 pound castings + Required use of PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots) Powered by JazzHR To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account