Waupaca Foundry manufactures gray iron and ductile iron castings, providing solutions for various industries including rail, oil and gas, and automotive.

Waupaca Foundry

Waupaca Foundry produces gray iron and ductile iron castings. The company focuses on various markets including rail, off-highway, oil & gas, municipal, industrial, and automotive sectors.

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We are the largest producer of gray, ductile, austempered ductile, and compacted graphite iron in the world, melting more than 9,500 tons a day. Our castings are produced using a vertical green sand molding process and created by a workforce that puts generations of iron casting expertise to work for our customers every day.

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Randy Williams' journey from U.S. GoArmy sergeant to Plant 5 training coordinator at Waupaca Foundry exemplifies dedication and resilience. After serving 14 years, including deployments in Desert Shield, Desert Storm, and missions in Germany, Korea, and El Salvador, Randy returned to civilian life and joined Waupaca Foundry in Tell City, Indiana, in 1999. His leadership and training skills developed in the Army translated seamlessly into his roles at the foundry, leading to his recent promotion to training coordinator. Randy’s disciplined approach and commitment to mentorship have been invaluable, fostering a sense of camaraderie reminiscent of his military days. Waupaca Foundry is proud to honor veterans like Randy, who enrich our workforce with their service-driven values. https://waupaca.co/3YKkd0e #Military #Veteran #VeteransDay #Salute #ThankAVeteran #Army #WaupacaFoundry

Dan Botting’s journey from Waupaca Foundry to the U.S. Marine Corps—and back again—reflects a remarkable commitment to service and growth. With two overseas deployments, Dan returned to Waupaca Foundry and now leverages the leadership, resilience, and discipline gained in the military in his role as a Process Engineer at Plant 3. This year, Dan celebrates 25 years with Waupaca, embodying a strong work ethic and dedication to excellence. We are grateful for his service and proud to honor him this Veterans Day. https://waupaca.co/4hHuQcS #WaupacaFoundry #Leadership #VeteransDay #ThankAVeteran

Today on the eleventh month, the eleventh day, at the eleventh hour, we take a moment to honor our servicemen and servicewomen for their bravery and sacrifice. This #VeteransDay , we salute you. #Military #Salute #VeteransDay2024

In celebration of Veterans Day, Waupaca Foundry is honored to have supported the Manawa Area Veterans Freedom Park by fabricating a bridge that represents unity and remembrance. Waupaca Foundry’s R&D Department recently demonstrated its commitment to quality and community by fabricating an 18,000-pound bridge for the Manawa Area Veterans Freedom Park. When the park needed a bridge to span its 50-foot canal, former employee John Smith knew Waupaca Foundry was the right choice, given their reputation for excellence. The R&D team, alongside high school interns, took on the challenge, dedicating 373 man-hours to design and construct the bridge, using substantial materials and precise engineering to ensure its durability and strength. Beyond the fabrication, Waupaca Foundry contributed to the project by providing hands-on learning opportunities for local students in CAD design and engineering, fostering the next generation of skilled workers. “This project was our way of giving back to the community that supports us,” said Lincoln O'Brien , Mechanical MFG Engineering Manager. Installed in April 2024, the bridge stands not only as a vital addition to the park but also as a lasting tribute to veterans and their families, reflecting Waupaca Foundry's dedication to craftsmanship and community involvement. Read more about the installment of the Manawa Area Veterans Freedom Park bridge here 👉 https://waupaca.co/4ehHmNx

A former radio operator in the U.S. Marine Corps, Kirt Bauer began his civilian career at Waupaca Foundry Plant 5 in 1992. Starting in the shakeout department, he’s taken on progressively more responsible roles, applying the discipline and leadership skills he gained in the military. Today, Kirt serves as a team leader, helping ensure smooth operations and supporting his team with the same dedication he showed in the Marines. Thank you for your service, Kirt! https://waupaca.co/40Doghf #VeteransDay #Military #MarineCorps #ThankAVeteran

Waupaca Foundry is proud to announce that our corporate energy manager, Marco Gonzalez, has been selected as the Energy Manager of the Year for the Midwest by the Association of Energy Engineers . This prestigious award recognizes Marco's outstanding leadership in promoting energy management practices and his commitment to driving sustainability initiatives across our nationwide operations. Under Marco’s leadership, we’ve achieved energy milestones, including: ✅ 22% reduction in energy intensity since 2009 ✅ Joining the U.S. Better Climate Challenge ✅ Joining the Better Buildings Low Carbon Pilot ✅Earning ISO 50001 certification at Plant 1 ✅Being the first U.S. metalcaster to submit a CDP report Marco’s dedication to advancing our net-zero goals and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility has made lasting impacts. Read more on Marco's well-deserved honor of continuing to inspire Waupaca Foundry's journey toward a more sustainable future >>> https://waupaca.co/3XY5LBn

We are pleased to introduce Paulina Vega Flores, a Metallurgist at our Plant 4 facility in Marinette, Wisconsin. Since 2022, Paulina has been a crucial part of our team, embodying the value that every employee brings to Waupaca Foundry . The people she met at Waupaca Foundry played a key role in her decision to work here and live far from home, saying, "For me, making the decision of staying far from home was really the people that work here." It is an honor to have passionate individuals like Paulina in our family. #TeammateTuesday Discover more about Paulina's journey here at Waupaca Foundry 👉 https://waupaca.co/4hb42S3

Waupaca Foundry thanks the 1.89 million hardworking men and women who cultivate our land and feed America. #Farmers fuel the heartland, and Waupaca is proud to be a trusted iron-casting supplier for agricultural machinery. #ThankAFarmer #NationalFarmersDay https://waupaca.co/3F5fQ6k

Today is National Manufacturing Day, which aims to raise awareness of modern manufacturing careers. A shout-out to our team, who logged many hours to make the return of this event a great experience for 7th graders from Manawa School District and Waupaca School District . The students toured Waupaca Foundry and its machining operations, made a casting, and learned where iron casting parts are used. And, a big shout-out to our business neighbors Swiderski Equipment Inc. , Petersen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and Neuville Motors of Waupaca. #MFGDay #Manufacturing #FoundryInABox #WaupacaFoundry

Waupaca Foundry has earned notable recognition for its commitment to sustainability, with Marco Gonzalez, MSEE, CEM , the company’s corporate energy manager, receiving the prestigious Energy Manager of the Year award for the Midwest from the Association of Energy Engineers. Read more >> https://lnkd.in/gqsubEGf

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