Our Team

President

Bill has grown up in the pattern industry, becoming an apprentice at the age of 18 and studying under his father, Ben Smith, known for his unique and creative approach in the pattern industry. He and Ben purchased Foundry Pattern Service in 1988 and together began growing the business, with Bill focused on heading operations and Ben leading the pattern shop. As the industry began to incorporate technology such as computer assisted machinery, Bill understood the need to incorporate this knowledge into Foundry Pattern Services’ skill set. Bill values hard work and providing the best product possible for his customers. He is also an avid supporter of the University of Tennessee and, can be found most football Saturdays, cheering the VOLS on from his end-zone seats. He is also known locally as the man in the “orange hat”.

Senior Modeler

Roger is certified by the Department of Labor as a tool and die-maker. He holds ten years of experience in tool and die-making. After deciding to gain more knowledge in the industry, he began training and working as a patternmaker, specializing in metal pattern production. He also returned to school to earn a degree in the CAD/CAM technology field. He has held positions including supervisor and operations manager. At Foundry Pattern Service, Roger provides his expertise in developing computer-generated pattern models. He brings a wealth of knowledge to Foundry Pattern Service and is proficient in four CAD software packages. He is also an instructor at our local community college, Chattanooga State Community College, in tool and die technology and engineering technology. In his spare time, he enjoys hiking along the Cumberland Trail and camping.

Safety and Occupational Manager/
Project Management

Carrie has been with Foundry Pattern Service since 1988, in various capacities ranging from secretary to leading development of projects such as inventory management and shipping and logistics development. Most recently, she returned to our company to develop and lead our safety program, as well as to provide support to our employees as our onsite nurse. She received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville in 1996 and recently completed her Masters in Nursing from Vanderbilt School of Nursing, with a focus on Health Systems Management, in 2011. As we continue to grow, we recognized the importance of offering support to our employees related to their health and wellbeing. In her spare time, Carrie enjoys reading and watching her sons participate in various sporting activities.

Secretary

Vivian has supported the office and management since 1988. Prior to working for Foundry Pattern Service, Vivian worked in Patient Accounts at our local hospital. She has been faithful in assisting in our accounting processes and is always ready to help when we host company dinners and celebrations. In her spare time, Vivian enjoys working with others providing style coaching tips and seminars to the public.