Youngstown State University Intern Joins Trumbull Foundry to Advance Manufacturing Innovation
- Trumbull Foundry
- Oct 24
- 2 min read
YOUNGSTOWN, OH — October 24, 2024 — Trumbull Foundry and Alloy is proud to welcome Ely Vuksanovich, a junior at Youngstown State University, as a Mechanical Engineering Technology intern, where she is already contributing to key manufacturing projects and hands-on process improvements.
Born and raised in the Youngstown area, Vuksanovich continues to call the Mahoning Valley home while pursuing both her Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering Technology at YSU. Her interest in engineering was sparked early, shaped by a family culture of building, repairing, and problem-solving.
“My family is full of DIYers and engineers in almost all areas of life,” said Vuksanovich. “I grew up knowing how to change a tire, rewire the house lights, and do stuff myself, so engineering was a very easy choice. I like working in a small team and being able to see the entire process of manufacturing, and TFA wants its people to be smarter and successful in our work. I’m really glad I’ve gotten the opportunity to work alongside Corey and the TFA crew.”
Since joining the company, Vuksanovich has helped bring the industrial 3D printers online for the pattern and mold department and assisted in setting up the machine shop, gaining practical experience across multiple disciplines.
“While I’ve only been working at TFA for a short time, it’s been spent getting the industrial 3D printers running for the pattern and mold department and helping get the machine shop going,” she explained. “I’ve always liked working on something directly, and this position has allowed me to get more hands-on experience alongside my team members.”
Looking ahead, Vuksanovich is eager to expand her skills into pattern and gating design, with the goal of eventually printing full-scale components.
“My career goals are to be knowledgeable in as many different areas as possible,” Vuksanovich added. “I love knowing how things work and want to have basic skills in every part of manufacturing I possibly can.”
Earlier this year, Ely was part of Youngstown State University’s award-winning team in the 2024 Cast in Steel competition, where students designed and cast a fully functional modern-day George Washington Sword from scratch with the help of Trumbull Foundry and Alloy. For many students, this was more than a competition; it was an introduction to the foundry world. The project showcased innovation, precision, and teamwork, all values that align closely with Trumbull Foundry and Alloy’s hands-on approach to modern manufacturing.
About Trumbull Foundry and Alloy
Founded in 2008, Trumbull Foundry and Alloy provides high-quality custom gray and ductile iron castings for industries across the U.S., including aggregate and mining, power generation, and construction. With expertise in carbon, stainless, and tool steels, TFA delivers innovative custom metal casting solutions that help customers achieve reliable performance and long-term success.
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