MIC - Technical Director
Company: Ashland Foundry & Machine Works LLC
Location: Myerstown
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: DEFINITION The Technical Director will oversee all
aspects of the melt, ceramic and engineering departments. This
includes developing and implementing casting technologies, ensuring
metallurgical integrity, optimizing process parameters, and
maintaining compliance with industry standards and customer
specifications. The position involves managing engineering teams,
driving continuous improvement initiatives, troubleshooting complex
production issues, and coordinating research and development
efforts to enhance product quality and operational efficiency. The
Technical Director also serves as a key liaison between production,
quality assurance, and customers, ensuring technical solutions
align with business objectives and market demands. SUPERVISION
RECEIVED This position reports directly to the General Manager
SUPERVISION EXERCISED The Technical Director shall supervise leads
in melt and ceramic departments as well as the engineering staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION NOTE: An employee assigned to
this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of
the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level
duties performed on the job may not be listed. Work in a safe
manner with a goal of zero harm. Create safety awareness by
actively observing, auditing, and coaching safe work behaviors and
conditions. Ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules
and regulations. Manage day-to-day foundry operations, including
melt, ceramic and engineering Ensure compliance with industry
standards, environmental regulations, and company policies. Work
with suppliers as needed to control and optimize departmental
functions Optimize workflow and resource allocation to meet
production targets and reduce costs. Identify opportunities for
process improvements, automation, and technology adoption. Monitor
key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions
as needed. Drive profitability through efficient operations and
waste reduction. Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and
continuous improvement. · Contribute to team effort by
accomplishing related results, as needed. · Coordinate with
department heads and supervisors in resolving production planning
and control issues. Prioritize projects and coordinate activities
with other departments and organizations within and outside the
organization. Ensure proper execution of policies and procedures.
All other duties as assigned. Requirements: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND
ABILITIES · Experience with ERP systems and production planning
software. · Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 9001 and
AS9100. · Knowledge of foundry operations, metallurgy investment
casting processes · Knowledge of business and management principles
involved in resource allocation, leadership, production methods,
and coordination of people and resources. · Ability to communicate
information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. ·
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with supervisors and senior managers, as well as employees. ·
Ability to operate a personal computer and secure information from
established data processing, spreadsheet, word processing, database
and graphics programs. · Ability to express ideas and communicate
orally and in writing. Ability to read, write, speak, understand,
or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of
this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be
considered as acceptable forms of communication. Understanding of
plant equipment and production process. Persons with mental or
physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the
essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is
made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be
made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such
persons may not be eligible. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s
degree in Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial
Engineering, or related field Minimum 10 years of experience in
metal casting or manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a
leadership role. Strong knowledge of investment casting processes,
materials science, and foundry operations. Excellent leadership,
communication, and problem-solving skills.Equivalent combination of
education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to write routine
reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before the
employees in the organization, communicate effectively with
customers, suppliers and leadership throughout the organization.
The ability to manage schedules, consider resources, and
communicate these needs effectively throughout the organization.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT Telephone, personal computer (including word
processing and other specialized software), and other office
equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with known limitations or disabilities to
perform the essential functions related to physical demands. While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to walk, sit, talk or hear, ascend and descend stairs,
ramps, etc., use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or
controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this
job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral
vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The
employee must be able to be walking or standing for up to twelve
(12) hours. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics
described here are representative of those an employee encounters
while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of
this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical
parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The above job description is not intended to be an
all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.
Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any
other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. Myerstown
Investment Casting LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does
not discriminate based on race, ancestry, color, religion, sex,
age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical
condition, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any
other basis protected by law. Compensation details: 95000-95000
Yearly Salary PIb5aa4c0f7a8d-25448-39463134
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