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Dierdre Scalia
Inside Sales Coordinator Alliance Steel Co. Bedford Park, IL
During her 30-plus years in the met- als industry, Dierdre has held various positions representing management- information systems, customer service, inventory management, and purchasing and sales. An active member of the Association of Women in the Metal Industry for 25 years, Dierdre has served on the Chicago chapter’s board of direc- tors, and continues to volunteer and mentor the next generation of women in manufacturing.
Her nominator says that Dierdre has earned a reputation for always giving “110 percent of herself and her time to accomplish all assigned tasks. Having worked 10 years side by side with Dier- dre while with a different company, I know that she is dedicated, motivated and accomplished at representing the company for whom she works. Any company she works for should be proud to have her as part of its team.”
“There are endless opportunities in the metal and manufacturing industries for forward-thinking, detail-oriented women. As natural problem solvers, women are always looking for ways to improve and get better. This industry needs and thrives on such people for continuous improvement and innova- tion. I am thankful for being a part of an industry that has allowed me to be a mentor and mentee for many years, while providing me a supportive network of colleagues.”
Mikie Simpson
Inside Sales Manager
Bliss Clearing Niagara Technical Services Hastings, MI
Mikie began her career 16 years ago as an inside sales representative. Shortly thereafter she advanced to inside sales team leader. Today, as manager of inside sales, she focuses on furthering the skills and knowledge of her team to ensure that they are able to reach our sales growth and profitability targets. Current- ly involved with strengthening her com- pany’s application of analytical tools for sales forecasting and inventory optimiza- tion, she also assists in the advancement of her company’s social-media utilization for marketing- and employee-recruit- ment purposes.
Mikie’s nominator says that her “knowledge of all intercompany process- es and procedures helps to expedite repair parts, so that customers can keep their presses running. To provide that support, her work week often extends into the weekend. She excels as a man- ager and fosters team building and helps to further the technical abilities of her team members.
“Choosing a career in manufacturing affords opportunities for growth and development in careers formerly uncom- mon to women. Manufacturing is a field consisting of many different paths, which allow growth and achievement in multiple areas of business. There is noth- ing more rewarding than being involved in an industry responsible for improving or creating technology, which shapes the world.”
Deborah Truscinski
Chief Financial Officer and Controller Winzeler Stamping Co.
Montpelier, OH
As the first female CFP/controller in the 100-year history of her company, Deborah immediately jumped in with both feet upon being hired just one year ago to learn as much as possible about her new industry and company.
“She has excelled in building in-depth knowledge about the company's finan- cials and operations,” says her nomina- tor, “and has successfully led the recent fiscal-year-end process and audit. Debo- rah is not afraid to ask the difficult ques- tions during strategic-planning sessions and holds the appropriate person(s) accountable.”
Moreover, Deborah’s commitment to recognizing young talent and mentoring young people is seen in the accounting co-op opportunity she launched for two local college students.
“Manufacturing is a great career choice for women because, with hard work and discipline, we can create posi- tions that meet our individual and family goals. Our natural instincts to multitask, communicate and build unity allow women to contribute to strategic mis- sions that optimize company perform- ance. Our contributions are recognized as we dedicate ourselves to improving every aspect of manufacturing.”
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