Waupaca Foundry Earns GM's Supplier Quality Excellence Award

(Waupaca, Wisconsin) June 10, 2024— Waupaca Foundry Plant 4 ductile iron foundry in Marinette, Wis. was recognized with the 2023 General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award (SQEA). General Motors has recognized its top global suppliers of 2023 during its annual Supplier of the Year recognition event. 

“As we continue to navigate an ever-challenging environment, know that [Waupaca’s] dedication to quality and shared goals is deeply appreciated,” said Executive Director – GM Global Supplier Quality & Development, Rick Demuynck. GM’s global supplier quality team recognized Waupaca Foundry for consistently providing support and being a valued partner.

The award is presented to top global suppliers who have met or exceeded stringent quality production and delivery standards and have demonstrated trust and transparency while working towards shared goals throughout the 2023 calendar year. Waupaca Foundry supplies various drivetrain components for multiple General Motors platforms across North America. 

“On behalf of all our team members, we are proud to accept this award,” said Waupaca Foundry President, CEO, and COO Mike Nikolai. This is an outstanding recognition of Plant 4's excellent quality performance for a challenging application.” 

Iron castings supplied by Waupaca Foundry are in automotive engines, suspensions, braking systems, and drivelines. More information about Waupaca Foundry’s capabilities for the automotive market may be found here: https://waupacafoundry.com/Automotive. 

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