Casthouse Manager

Good Day!
NES Fircroft is excited to share that our office has partnered with a fast growing renewable energy organization as they have an immediate need for a Production Engineering Manager over the Casthouse operations at their aluminum smelting plant in Goose Creek, SC. This is a permanent job opportunity that would entail overseeing all aspects of molten metal handling and casting operations, with a primary focus on billet production. You will be leading a team of 100+ 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.
If this sounds like a great opportunity for yourself or someone you know, please reach out to Tom Rebellato at tom.rebellato@nesfircroft.com. Additional job details can be found below.
 
Job Details
Location: Goose Creek, SC –Relocation assistance offered to candidates relocating from outside the region.
Hours: M-F 40 hours per week—some OT may be required.
Pay Range: $160,000-$180,000 per year depending on experience + up to 20% yearly bonus, stock incentives and full benefits package.
Duration: Direct Hire  
 
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.

 
Job Qualifications

• Must have at least 5+ years of industry specific experience in aluminum smelting plant/casthouse, scrap metal, or remit.
• Must have at least 2+ years of management experience within production/operations.
• Must have extensive experience working with billet casting, molten metal handling, downstream operations, and/or other relevant metallurgy experience.
• An engineering degree especially in Chemical Engineering is highly preferred.
• Candidates local to the Mount Holly, SC region would be a big plus.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.