Tom Moran
Founder & President
Tom may be in charge, but don't let that fool you. Tom spends the majority of his days out on the fabrication floor, working right alongside the rest of the crew. He loves the daily challenges and wouldn't have it any other way. Tom enjoys traveling and big game hunting all over the world, and when he's home he loves his "Yorkies", Daisy and Grover, as well as being a great cook and baker.
tom@moraniron.com    Ext : 3013

Geri Ganske
General manager
GM is his title, however Geri, or Butch as most of us call him, is directly involved in Sales and Marketing, Estimating, and Project Management on a daily basis, along with many other administrative duties. His office may be the most cluttered we have come across, but he knows where everything is at! He is the father of 4 and the proud grandfather of 7. When he's not spending time with his family, he enjoys all sorts of hunting year round.
geri@moraniron.com    Ext : 3003

Vic Ruppert
Senior Project Manager
As head of our project management department, Vic is the veteran of our administration offices. A graduate of North Central Michigan College, he is our "go to" guy when we need anything out of the ordinary designed or engineered. Vic is also our expert for field measuring and fabrication needs. His experience and knowledge in the steel fabrication industry gives us an extreme advantage. He's the proud father of 3, and enjoys weight lifting and his collectible cars in his spare time.
vic@moraniron.com    Ext : 3006

Rebecca Nash
Financial Administrator
She's the one in charge of the finances. If we owe you or you owe us, she will be the contact person. Becky has over 13 years in the accounting department, and is always up on what's going on. She is the mother of 2, and loves camping with her family during the warmer months here in Northern Michigan.
becky@moraniron.com    Ext : 3009

Jim Badgero
Sales & Marketing
Always personable and professional, Jim has spent a majority of his career in the sales and marketing industry and holds a BA from Central Michigan University. His expertise in the Sales and Marketing Industry has proven to be a great asset for Moran Iron Works. Establishing long term relationships with current and future customers is just one of Jim's goals. When he's not at the office or traveling, he spends time with his two children, and all are avid sports enthusiasts year round.
jimbadgero@moraniron.com    Ext : 3014

Crystal Veal
Accounting Assistant
Not as easy as it sounds. Most of her day is spent picking up the pieces, and making sure all of the daily entries are made including Payables, Receivables, and Payroll. The other part of her day usually consists of customer relations and human resources. If she's not helping a customer, she's making sure our employees are satisfied. Away from the office her three children keep her on the go and moving all the time. They spend a lot of time doing outdoor activities, but in Northern Michigan we have those days, where staying indoors and playing cards is her cup of tea.
crystal@moraniron.com    Ext : 3030

Guy Post
CWI and Supervisor
As part of our management team, he's been around here the longest, except for Tom Moran. He's seen it all, from people and projects coming and going, to the organization growing to what it is today. With over 20 years experience, Guy is not only a Shop and Field Supervisor, he is also one of our Certified Welding Inspectors, a Certified Welding Educator, a Certified Crane Operator, and part of our Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection Team. Guy is always prepared for anything, from estimating a job, welding in our facility or in the field, operating any one of our cranes, to doing inspections. His experience speaks for itself. He spends the majority of his time away from work outdoors doing plenty of fishing and hunting.
cwi@moraniron.com    Ext : 3031

Kurt LaLonde
CWI, PT, UT, MT, and Supervisor
Kurt is absolutely the best when it comes to getting things done. He's our Field Supervisor "Guru", so when it comes to a job to be done outside of our facility, he's our go to guy. Kurt's experience in the steel and fabricating industry makes it very easy for him to coordinate and control even the largest jobs no matter where it is. Kurt brings a lot to the table with him, as a Certified Welding Inspector, Certified Welding Educator, and the qualifications of a Level II Non Destructive Testing Inspector, he's very particular with every detail and enjoys the challenges that each job has to offer. Kurt's fun times away from the job, consist of him and his wife riding their Harleys across the country. When not riding his children and grandchildren keep him busy, but he tries to put aside some time for hunting and fishing as well.
cwi@moraniron.com    Ext : 3031

Bill Hartig
Project Manager
Bill is a quality team player and is up for any challenge that might come his way. Bill trained with the Navy right after high school, which in turn sent him to the Hobart School of Welding Technology, earning himself the Certification for high pressure plate and pipe welding. Bill's background has been with all phases of design, fabrication, field services, and equipment maintenance. He has 4 boys and 15 grandchildren. Bill and his family enjoy camping and boating but he also finds time to sneak away to hunt and fish as much as he can.
estimating@moraniron.com    Ext : 3004

Jill Klein
Lead Estimator
Crunching numbers are just her style. Jill is a very detail oriented person, and when it comes to reading prints and estimating time and materials, she's on top of her game. Her spare time is spent mostly with her husband Brent and their beloved friend "Dax", a German shepherd. She also enjoys getting caught up in a variety of home-remodeling projects, major and minor.
jill@moraniron.com    Ext : 3015

Jason Willis
Estimating
A versatile employee who consistantly crosses department lines to assist wherever help is needed; he has proven himself invaluable in his detail to specifics. Jason is a graduate of Michigan Tech with a degree in Mechanical Design, he has years of experience in project management and engineering. Jason enjoys spending as much free time as possible with his ladies, wife Cori and daughters Meredith and Makaela. He is a gear head with a passion for the outdoors and enjoys spending time under the hood, dog sledding and at his back yard target range.
jason@moraniron.com    Ext : 3024

Carl Campbell
Project Management
Carl is a Project Manager everyone wants on their team. With his attention to detail, you often find him in the yard checking on material deliveries or in the shop addressing questions. He is a graduate of Lake Superior State University with a BSME, Associates degree in Drafting and Design, and CAD Certificate. Carl, his wife, and three young children enjoy spending time camping, fishing or just being outdoors. When Carl has some time to himself, he likes to work on his old cars or pretty much anything with an engine.
carl@moraniron.com    Ext : 3017

John Kreft
Project Management
The man behind the scenes, John's dependability is relied upon to get the job done. Steady and straightforward, he's the man you want on your team. In his Project Management position he is called upon to make the hard calls, and he answers with experience and precision. John has a degree in drafting and design obtained from Alpena Community College, and has 20 years of fabrication management experience under his belt. He resides in the Grand Lake area, where he is an avid sailor; competing around Michigan with hsi racing team in their 26' Nacra.
jkreft@moraniron.com    Ext : 3016

Joel Peterman
Safety & Quality Director
As Director of Quality and Safety for Moran Iron Works, Joel's task is fundamental to the day to day operations of the company. From overseeing staff well being and their work environments, to following up with customers on their satisfaction, Joel is always striving for improvement in our systems, and this shows with our accreditations for both Quality and Safety. Joel has 30 years experience working within the quality control arena. Each day he makes the 30 mile commute back to his hometown of Onaway and Moran Iron Works from the Cheboygan area. When he has free time he enjoys outdoor activities, such as hunting and fishing or spending the weekend camping with his five children and Grandson Landon.
safetydirector@moraniron.com    Ext : 3021

Dave Grzesikowski
Project Superintendent
A Project Superintendent and a member of the Board of Directors, Davie has 20 years of experience with Moran Iron Works. Starting from the lowest rung on the ladder, he has worked his way to the top. His drive to excel is proven by his laundry list of welding and crane certifications. Whether in the shop or leading his crew on field work, he has established himself as an important cornerstone of Moran Iron Works. Raised in Onaway, Davie loves the rural setting and enjoys such things as hunting and fishing in the beautiful surrounding areas. During the warmer months you may find him in a competitive game of softball or just enjoying the day with his young daughter Hailey.
sales@moraniron.com    Ext :

Kelly Marsh
Project Superintendent
Kelly has worked side by side with Tom Moran for over two decades, helping shape the heart of the company into what it has become today. His strong work ethic and leadership skills have elevated him to a seat on the Board of Directors as well as a Project Superintendent. With multiple welding certifications and years of experience, he is highly respected and sought after to be part of any project. Kelly, like most men in the area, spends his free time hunting for a trophy buck or enjoying fishing on the local waterways. Raised in Onaway, he and his wife Wendy and their two children Ellen and Lance enjoy spending as much time together as possible.
sales@moraniron.com    Ext :

Vicki Paull
Administrative Assistant
She may be the first face you see when you come in the door, or you may have noticed her with a camera and hanging 60 feet about the ground in a man basket. Vicki is the jack of all trades handling the Reception, Administrative Assistant, and Photography duties with ease. Vicki has over 10 years experience in customer service, with certifications in advanced computer software and behavior modification. She spends her freee time attending after school activities with her husband Steve and three sons Justin, Anthony and Isaac. When she can get away she enjoys traveling.
receptionist@moraniron.com    Ext : 3001

Ben Sharpe
Purchasing Administrator/ Subcontracting Coordinator
Ben works with all departments of the organization as lead Purchaser and overseeing the Subcontracting department. He excels at juggling multiple projects and personnel to meet the quality, safety and purchasing requirement for our projects. Ben obtained a BS in Industrial Engineering from Grand Valley State University. With three children active in sports he spends his free time either coaching or as a spectator. When he gets time to himself he enjoys getting in a round or two of golf.
ben@moraniron.com    Ext : 3012

Scott Matteson
Project Manager
Scott is a valuable member of the Moran Iron Works team, with his personable attitude and high energy level, he is a perfect fit for his demanding position; Scott has a BBA and MBA from Northwood University. Born and raised in the Alpena area, he spends his days like most parents of a 13 year old boy, running from one sporting event to another. When he does get a break, he likes to spend his free time working on his stained glass projects.
smatteson@moraniron.com    Ext : 3032

Jim Rieger
Shipping & Receiving
As Administrator of our Logistics/ Shipping and Receiving Department, Jim manages all material distribution into and out of the company, as well as movement of materials and components throughout our facilities. Jim obtained his major in Science as well as a minor in Marine Engineering. Raised just around the corner in Millersburg, he spends his free time hunting & fishing, and on a rare occasion you may catch him on stage signing & playing guitar with his band.
s/r@moraniron.com    Ext : 3002