New CEO at MetalTek
E.J. Kubick succeeds Bob Smickley as their chief executive officer.
Posted: October 31, 2019
MetalTek International (Waukesha, WI) announced that chief operating officer E.J. Kubick has replaced Bob Smickley as their chief executive officer as part of a multi-year succession plan that began with Kubick’s appointment to the COO role in January 2017. He and Smickley will both continue to serve on the company’s board of directors. Kubick joined MetalTek in 2003 and has served in a series of operational and leadership roles of increasing responsibility. Under his leadership, they expanded their capabilities in centrifugal, sand, and investment casting while strengthening their focus on operational excellence.
“It is my privilege to lead our employees as we support our customers with custom metal product solutions for the most demanding heat, wear, and corrosion-resistant applications they face,” said Kubick. “I am grateful to Bob and the board of directors for the faith they have placed in me in this role.” Smickley retires from MetalTek after 35 years, including the last 26 years as CEO. Under his leadership, the company increased their operational capabilities and global reach and now serves thousands of customers in more than 35 countries. Robert T. Johnston will serve as chairman of the board of directors, with chief financial officer Rick Danning serving as vice chairman. Danning has been their CFO since 2000.
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