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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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  • 22 days ago

    Director of Machining

    Alcast Company - Peoria, IL, United States
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    The Director of Machining is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of the company s machining function. This role oversees both the Manufacturing Engineering team and Machine Shop Operations, ensuring safe, efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective production. The Director of Machining partners closely with Quality, Operations, and Leadership to meet business objectives, customer requirements, and long-term growth goals. Key Responsibilities ...

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  • 22 days ago

    Assistant Foundry Manager - Core Shop

    Alcast Company - Peoria, IL, United States
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    The Assistant Manager Core Shop is responsible for supporting the Foundry Manager in the daily management of sand core operations. This role provides hands-on leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality core production in a non-union environment. The Assistant Manager oversees personnel, production flow, and process control while driving continuous improvement and supporting overall foundry objectives. Key Responsibilities Assist in managing daily sand core production to meet ...

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