Job Title:  Casthouse ManagerDepartment: OperationsReports To: Plant Manager

Position Summary

Century Aluminum is seeking a driven and technically skilled Casthouse Manager to lead the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of the casthouse at our Mt. Holly facility. This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of molten metal handling and casting operations, with a primary focus on billet production. The Casthouse Manager will lead a team of supervisors and operators, ensuring adherence to production targets, quality standards, safety protocols, and cost objectives.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone passionate about casting technology, team development, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, heavy industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Oversight

• Direct all daily operations of the casthouse, including billet casting, metal handling, and downstream processes.
• Ensure production meets quality, tonnage, and schedule requirements while minimizing downtime and waste.
• Drive execution of the daily production plan in alignment with plant goals and KPIs.

Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Lead hazard identification, risk reduction, and root-cause investigations related to safety incidents.
• Ensure environmental compliance and responsible handling of molten aluminum and casting byproducts.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of shift supervisors, operators, and technical staff.
• Set clear expectations and provide ongoing performance feedback.
• Support cross-training and skill development to build a resilient and high-performing team.

Quality & Process Control

• Oversee quality control processes to ensure billets meet internal and customer specifications.
• Partner with Quality and Technical teams to analyze data, identify trends, and address root causes of defects.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on casting performance, metal recovery, and product consistency.

Maintenance & Equipment Management

• Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure reliability of casting equipment, molds, and support systems.
• Participate in planning and execution of preventive maintenance and capital improvements.

Cost & Efficiency Management

• Monitor and manage operating costs, including materials, utilities, and labor.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through process improvements and operational efficiency.

Communication & Reporting

• Provide regular updates to the Plant Manager on production, safety, quality, and staffing.
• Contribute to budget planning, production forecasting, and long-range strategic planning.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years of experience in a casthouse or aluminum casting environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in billet casting, molten metal handling, and downstream operations.

Skills & Attributes

• Proven leadership and team development capabilities.
• Solid knowledge of safety and environmental best practices in a heavy manufacturing setting.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience with process control systems, casting equipment, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Working Conditions

• Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, molten metal, and heavy equipment.
• Required to wear PPE including flame-resistant clothing, safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.
• On-site role with availability for off-shift support as needed.