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Alcast Company

Company Overview

Founded in 1970, Alcast Company has been at the forefront of precision aluminum casting, delivering high-integrity, engineered solutions to industries requiring tight tolerances, superior mechanical properties, and consistent performance.

Company History

Alcast Company is a permanent mold aluminum casting manufacturer in Peoria IL. Founded in 1970 by William A. and Marilyn L. Mitchener, Alcast Company began as a small aluminum foundry in Peoria, Illinois. In its early years, Alcast operated from a modest leased facility, initially focusing on producing sandwich cookers. A pivotal opportunity arose when Caterpillar Inc. sought a new casting partner to supply aluminum castings for its transmission business unit in East Peoria. Recognizing the limitations of traditional foundry equipment, Mr. Mitchener set out to innovate.

Driven by a commitment to quality and precision, Mr. Mitchener developed the proprietary Mitchener Molding Machine—a low-pressure, semi-permanent mold casting system that revolutionized the aluminum casting process.

The machine incorporated advanced metal handling techniques, maintained consistent metal temperatures, and featured an electromagnetic pump-driven delivery system that feeds the casting from the bottom of the mold. This innovation allowed Alcast to produce high-integrity castings that set new industry standards.

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  • 10 days ago

    Assistant Foundry Manager

    Alcast Company - Peoria, IL, United States
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    The Assistant Foundry Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day foundry operations during second shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. Reporting directly to the Foundry Manager, this role provides hands-on leadership to supervisors and production teams while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring operational targets are achieved. This position plays a key role in maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards while ...

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