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Job Description

Are you passionate about advancing the future of metalcasting and shaping the industry's approach to environmental health and safety (EHS)? AFS is seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Director – EHS to lead critical initiatives aligned with our Strategic Plan for Metalcasting Technical Services.

This unique opportunity is ideal for candidates with strong expertise in foundry operations, EHS, and ferrous metalcasting. This position offers the flexibility of being based remotely or in the Chicagoland area, providing you with the freedom to work in a way that fits your lifestyle while making a significant impact on the metalcasting community.

Key Accountabilities:

  • EHS Leadership: Provide strategic and operational leadership and support to the EHS Division, serving as a key resource and champion for environmental health and safety across the metalcasting industry.
  • Committee Engagement: Staff and support AFS technical committees, fostering collaboration and driving progress on industry initiatives.
  • Event Planning: Help design and execute AFS conferences and workshops, ensuring alignment with industry needs and emerging trends.
  • Industry Expertise: Stay at the forefront of technical issues in metalcasting, serving as a trusted advisor to colleagues and industry partners.
  • Content Creation: Convey technical insights and AFS policy positions through written articles, columns, and multimedia platforms.
  • Public Speaking: Represent AFS as a speaker at chapter meetings and industry events, delivering impactful presentations.
  • Editorial Oversight: Review technical articles and imagery for AFS publications, ensuring quality and accuracy.
  • Flexibility: Be prepared to travel and occasionally work evenings and weekends to support critical initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills or Experience:

  • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering or science or other relevant field desired. Advanced degrees are a plus.
  • 5 to 7 years of relevant manufacturing or related experience with insight into metalcasting.
  • Knowledge of ferrous metalcasting, environment, safety and health is preferred.
  • Ability to think on one’s feet and convey information persuasively orally and in writing.
  • Deep commitment to superior customer service, internally and externally.
  • Must be able to multitask and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability and willingness to travel
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must be able to read and write in English.
Company Description
The American Foundry Society (AFS) is a non-profit association serving members of the metalcasting supply chain both in the United States and abroad. AFS provides members with advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., technical education through its Institute, as well as the transfer of innovative research and technology to the industry, its suppliers and those who buy castings. Membership is individual or corporate and is made up of three markets, including: metalcasters and producers of metal cast parts; metalcasting suppliers; and casting buyers/original equipment manufacturers. Student membership is also extended to future leaders of the metalcasting industry at a nominal cost.

Check us out at www.afsinc.org

Company Description

The American Foundry Society (AFS) is a non-profit association serving members of the metalcasting supply chain both in the United States and abroad. AFS provides members with advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., technical education through its Institute, as well as the transfer of innovative research and technology to the industry, its suppliers and those who buy castings. Membership is individual or corporate and is made up of three markets, including: metalcasters and producers of metal cast parts; metalcasting suppliers; and casting buyers/original equipment manufacturers. Student membership is also extended to future leaders of the metalcasting industry at a nominal cost.\r\n\r\nCheck us out at www.afsinc.org