We Love Metalcasting

Ashley Folden-Ecker

Process Control Engineer
Dotson Iron Castings, Mankato, MN

"I enjoy working in metalcasting because of the ever-changing technology and unlimited opportunities to continue to grow and learn new things. Plus, there’s never a dull day in a foundry!”

Jeremy Heisserer

General Supervisor Melt and Pour
Amsted Rail, Granite City, IL

"The foundry is a unique and rewarding work environment, every day brings a new challenge so there is never a slow moment. Working in a constantly evolving environment makes me very proud of my career thus far."

Eric Yates 

Controls Engineer/Maintenance Supervisor 

"I always love learning new things so from troubleshooting different types of equipment to new product and processes being done, there is always something new to learn when working. It makes each day feel different since you don't know what you will be working on when you walk through those Foundry doors."

Alex Odom

Process Analyst 

"I enjoy working in the foundry industry because there are many opportunities that it can offer. There is always something to learn and new challenges to work through. With all the processes throughout metalcasting playing a crucial role in the final product, you can really dial in on a niche and ensure you enjoy coming to work every day."

Adam Foreman

DISA Supervisor & Sample Engineer
Neenah Foundry Company, Neenah, WI

“I chose a career in metalcasting because I enjoy the challenging work environment and get a sense of pride when I am able to resolve an issue with a troubled job. Everyday has a new set of challenges and I enjoy these learning experience to solve future problems."

Micca Belke

Metallurgical Engineer
Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, WI

“I love metalcasting as a career because I get to act as a metallurgical detective. Analyzing fracture surfaces to reveal the cause of failure is fun and exciting! There’s never a dull moment as I constantly get exposed to new projects every day!”

Zach Gurtner

Sales & Marketing
BCI Solutions, Inc., Bremen, IN

“A few years ago, I did not see myself choosing a career in metalcasting. When I started at BCI, I soon figured out the impact that metalcasting has on every aspect of life. Growing up on a farm, I did not know that many parts on our tractors were made in my own hometown. I could not be more excited to get my career in metalcasting at Bremen Casting and continuing to learn more and more about the industry."

Ben Jensen

Production Supervisor
Dotson Iron Castings, Mankato, MN

"I love the hard work environment, the great teamwork, and taking a customer’s vision and making it a reality."

Doug Neal

Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation, Schaumburg, IL

“I started out working in the foundry using Hunter machines in 1991. About four years later, I began working maintenance on the Hunter machines. That continued until 2007, when I began working for Hunter and building the machines.

When this path began so many years ago, it wasn't exactly what I thought I'd be doing the rest of my life. But as it turns out, hard work and dedication over the years does indeed pay off. I continued to progress and follow the path in the metalcasting field and ended up with a rewarding career. It is very satisfying for me to know that, in the end, a machine that I have built is going to go to a foundry and last for 30 years."

Lizeth Medina

Director of Support Operations
Neenah Foundry Company, Neenah, WI

“I was attracted to metalcasting because of the relationship between metalcasting and other industries, the fact that metals are the oldest materials and continue to be a vital part of our lives, and because in many applications, these materials likely will never be replaced. The need to improve and innovate, and the impact that I can achieve within, is what made me love metalcasting.”

Todd Gamble, Jr.

Maintenance Repairer Lead Man
Rochester Metal Products, Rochester, IN

“I chose metalcasting as a career because there is a chance for advancement and it’s a rewarding career – promotions can happen by working and trying harder.”

Gerald Richard

Application Manager
MAGMA Foundry Technologies Inc., Schaumburg, IL

“Being able see something develop from concept to finished part leaves one with a sense of pride and accomplishment unparalleled to any other. Now, after transitioning to a supplier to the industry, the love comes from supporting foundries to improve and realize goals that will help them stay competitive and continue to advance into the future.”

John Hambleton

Application Engineer
MAGMA Foundry Technologies Inc., Schaumburg, IL

“I love working in the metalcasting industry because it consistently challenges me. No matter how much I learn, there will always be new and different problems that foundries face and I enjoy learning how to overcome those challenges.”