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Plant Manager

Franklin, NH · On-site

$50K - $70K/yr

Description Patriot Foundry, a prominent and expanding manufacturing firm, is on the hunt for a ... bronze, aluminum, and zinc castings, with an emphasis on innovation and quality. Day in the Life:

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How much do bronze foundry jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for bronze foundry in the United States is $19.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bronze foundry?

A Bronze Foundry job involves casting, shaping, and finishing bronze materials to create sculptures, tools, or industrial components. Workers in a foundry handle molten bronze, pour it into molds, and refine the final product through grinding, polishing, and patination. The job requires knowledge of metalworking techniques, safety procedures, and equipment operation. Foundry workers may collaborate with artists, engineers, or manufacturers depending on the industry. It is a physically demanding job that requires attention to detail and precision.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a bronze foundry position?

To thrive as a bronze foundry worker, you need a solid understanding of metallurgy, casting processes, and the ability to safely operate heavy machinery, often supported by vocational training or an apprenticeship. Familiarity with specialized tools such as furnaces, molds, and metalworking equipment, as well as safety certifications like OSHA training, is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong teamwork skills are valuable soft skills in this environment. These competencies ensure safe, precise, and efficient production of bronze castings while maintaining high quality standards.

What kind of work environment can I expect in a bronze foundry?

Working in a bronze foundry typically involves a fast-paced, industrial environment where safety and teamwork are top priorities. You'll spend most of your time in a workshop or factory surrounded by specialized equipment, and protective gear is required due to exposure to high heat, molten metal, and heavy machinery. Collaboration is common, as foundry workers often coordinate closely with pattern makers, machinists, and quality inspectors to produce precise bronze castings. Expect variability in your daily tasks, from preparing molds and handling metals to finishing and inspecting completed pieces. This hands-on setting is ideal for individuals who enjoy practical, detail-oriented work and value clear procedures and safety protocols.

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Infographic showing various Bronze Foundry job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 91% In-person, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,487 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

We are now hiring for General Foundry opportunities.

Job Responsibilities include:

  • Perform charge preparation and melt operations.
  • Set up and operate centrifugal casting machines to make a variety of castings to very close tolerances. Select, insert, position, check sizes and secure dies and cores as necessary. Mount, secure, clean and spray molds. Slag off and pour metal at proper temperature.
  • Responsible for adherence to melt and casting process through controls, measuring, documentation, etc. Offer recommendations for process improvements.
  • Participate in Pour Groups and other teams to improve all aspects of casting production.
  • Maintain clean, orderly, safe facilities.
  • Direct, assist, and train other operators and helpers as needed.
  • Prepare and send metal samples to lab for analysis. Calculate and make adjustments, weighing additions to heats, as required to bring chemistry to specified levels. Maintain accurate records of melt activity and “Heat Sheet” information.
  • Prepare and inspect shells per procedures.
  • Assist in die setups and transfer of metal (i.e. operation of overhead crane, etc.).
  • Clean and maintain furnaces and related equipment. Repair and rebuild furnaces and ladle linings as needed.