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Rest in Peace, Bob Smickley

Robb Edwards — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 21:26:06 +0000

I am deeply saddened to inform you of former MetalTek CEO Bob Smickley’s passing. Bob passed peacefully this morning at his home in Grand Rapids, MI. He was just 72 years old. Bob started with Wisconsin Centrifugal in August 1984 to lead technical development of investment shell centrifugal casting. When Southern Centrifugal purchased Wisconsin Centrifugal,…

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What You May Not Know About MetalTek

Robb Edwards — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:49:41 +0000

MetalTek exists for the expressed purpose of Making A Lasting Difference. This purpose is supported by four core values and corresponding beliefs. The formal articulation of these values, beliefs, and behaviors is relatively new but the culture they represent goes back decades. MetalTek can trace its history to the opening of Carondelet Foundry in St.…

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MetalTek To Hold On-Site Hiring Event on Thursday, April 21 in Waukesha, WI

Robb Edwards — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 18:38:28 +0000

MetakTek is thrilled to announce that our Wisconsin Centrifugal Division will hold an on-site hiring event on Thursday, April 21 from 10 AM to 6 PM at 905 East Saint Paul Avenue in Waukesha, WI. We are excited to meet potential new employees at the event. MetalTek has an excellent employee safety record, a vibrant…

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Stephanie Langer Joins MetalTek As Chief People Officer

Robb Edwards — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 14:05:44 +0000

I am excited to announce that Stephanie Langer joined the MetalTek team on Wednesday, January 26 as Chief People Officer. In this newly created role she will develop and execute MetalTek’s workforce strategy across our five global divisions. Stephanie brings to MetalTek invaluable experience leading human resource teams across a range of manufacturing, service, and…

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MetalTek Announces Karen Loritz as Chief Financial Officer

Robb Edwards — Mon, 07 Jun 2021 19:43:10 +0000

Press Release MetalTek International, a leading global manufacturer of critical metal components that power, protect, and connect the world, today announced that Karen Loritz has been named Chief Financial Officer. “Karen brings to MetalTek invaluable experience leading finance teams and unique strategic knowledge to support MetalTek’s long-term growth objectives,” said E.J. Kubick, Chief Executive Officer…

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MetalTek’s Wisconsin Centrifugal Division Reaches Two Million Hours Without A Lost Time Incident

admin — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 04:09:31 +0000

Press Release May 31, 2017 METALTEK WISCONSIN CENTRIFUGAL REACHES TWO MILLION HOUR SAFETY MILESTONE WAUKESHA, WISCONSIN – MetalTek International announced today that its Wisconsin Centrifugal Division has surpassed two million man hours worked without a lost time incident at their operations located in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This safety record at MetalTek’s Waukesha site has extended well…

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Rod Anderson Named Vice President – Sales and Marketing of MetalTek International

admin — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 04:06:11 +0000

Press Release January 4, 2017 Rod Anderson Named Vice President – Sales and Marketing of MetalTek International MetalTek International has promoted Rod Anderson into the new position of Vice President – Sales and Marketing. In this position, Mr. Anderson will oversee all global field sales and Marketing functions for the diverse manufacturer. That includes supporting…

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MetalTek International Honored by Department of Defense for Extraordinary Support of Employees Who Serve in the Wisconsin National Guard and Reserve

admin — Thu, 26 Nov 2020 03:45:30 +0000

Oconomowoc, WI – Mike Williams, Chairman of the Wisconsin Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Committee (ESGR), has announced Jamie Schindel, Machine Shop Supervisor of MetalTek International, was presented with a Patriot Award by ESGR representative Bill Rheingans, Area 2 Chair in recognition of extraordinary support of one of their employees serving…

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MetalTek Announces E.J. Kubick as CEO as Part of Planned Succession

admin — Thu, 26 Nov 2020 03:09:21 +0000

Press Release MetalTek International today announced that Chief Operating Officer E.J. Kubick has replaced Bob Smickley as Chief Executive Officer. This is part of the multi-year succession plan that began with Mr. Kubick’s appointment to the COO role in January 2017. Mr. Kubick and Mr. Smickley will both continue to serve on MetalTek’s Board of…

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