Spartek, Inc

10/28/2026

What Is Vacuum Metallizing And Why Does It Matter?

Vacuum metallizing gives manufacturers a way to add a metallic finish to molded components without making the entire part from metal. Depending on the application, that can mean a more reflective or premium appearance, added surface functionality, and greater design flexibility while still using lightweight molded substrates.

At Spartek, vacuum metallizing is backed by decades of experience and the flexibility to support a wide range of part sizes, geometries, coatings, and production volumes. And with injection molding and metallizing capabilities available through the same manufacturing partner, Spartek can help simplify the path from molded component to finished product.

Whether the goal is appearance, performance, or both, the right coating process can make a meaningful difference in the final part.

Explore Spartek’s vacuum metallizing capabilities. Call 608-269-3154 or visit spartekinc.com/contact-us to get started today.

10/26/2026

Built For Precision. Equipped For Scale.

Spartek’s injection molding capabilities are built to handle a wide range of production needs, from smaller precision components to larger structural parts.

With 11 presses ranging from 28 to 1,500 tons and the ability to mold parts up to 15 pounds, our team has the equipment, experience, and technical know-how to take on complex projects with consistency and control.

Explore Spartek’s injection molding capabilities and see how we can support your next project. Call 608-269-3154 or visit spartekinc.com/contact-us.

10/23/2026

October brings another great group of Spartek work anniversaries to celebrate! From one year to an incredible 52 years, each milestone represents time, dedication, and contributions that have helped shape Spartek over the years.

Mary E. – 52 years
Rusty W. – 14 years
David P. – 13 years
Brad S. – 12 years
Shontani B. – 7 years
Lidia A. – 2 years
Aly A. – 1 year

Thank you to each of you for the work you do and the commitment you bring to the team. Congratulations on your anniversaries!

10/16/2026

Happy Birthday to our October birthdays at Spartek! 🎉

We hope each of you has a great birthday and plenty to celebrate. Thank you for everything you bring to the Spartek team, and best wishes for a great year ahead!

10/13/2026

What better way to celebrate Manufacturing Month than by opening our doors and sharing what we do?

Spartek is excited to host the next 7 Rivers Lean Consortium Gemba Walk and give attendees a firsthand look at our manufacturing processes, from injection molding and traditional vacuum metallizing to highly automated inline metallizing.

We’re proud to share how our operation has evolved, where we are in our Lean journey today, and the opportunities we see ahead.

Come see manufacturing in action — including where Tito’s Handmade Vodka closures get their iconic copper appearance.

Join the 7 Rivers Lean Consortium for a Lean Gemba Walk at Spartek, Inc. in Sparta, WI. Explore Spartek’s Lean journey, automation growth, and Continuous Improvement efforts while touring Injection Molding, Batch Vacuum Metallizing, Inline Metallizing, and Daily Management practices. You’ll also...

10/13/2026

Manufacturing Month is a good time to show what makes Spartek more than a place to work.

For our team, every day brings something different. We get to solve problems, work with advanced injection molding and metallization processes, and create products and components that are pretty incredible to see come to life.

But just as important is the team behind it all. Spartek employees talk about the people here like family, and that sense of connection is a big part of why they enjoy what they do.

This Manufacturing Month, take a look inside Spartek and hear directly from our employees about the work, the people, and why every day can feel like a new adventure.

Looking to join our team? Explore current openings and apply at https://www.spartekinc.com/careers/

10/09/2026

Congratulations to Spartek’s September SPOT Award recipients: Brad, Nick, Josh, and Joe!

SPOT Awards recognize team members who go above and beyond and demonstrate the values that guide Spartek every day, from teamwork and responsiveness to partnership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

Thank you, Brad, Nick, Josh, and Joe, for the effort and commitment you bring to the team. We’re proud to recognize each of you!

10/05/2026

Looking For A Leadership Role Where You’re Set Up To Succeed?

Spartek is hiring an experienced Injection Molding Manager to lead our molding operations in Sparta, Wisconsin.

This role comes with something that can be hard to find in manufacturing: real support from day one. You’ll have the trust to lead your department, a leadership team invested in your success, and a structured transition with our current Molding Manager staying full-time through December 2026 and available part-time afterward if needed.

You’ll oversee a team of 20 across 11 injection molding presses ranging from 28 to 1,500 tons, with responsibility for technical leadership, team development, process improvement, quality, safety, and overall production performance.

As a family-owned manufacturer with more than 70 years of history, Spartek continues to invest in the people and equipment that keep us moving forward.

If you have 5+ years of injection molding experience and are ready to lead with the support and autonomy to make a real impact, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply today and explore your future with Spartek: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4466569535/

10/02/2026

Manufacturing has been part of Spartek’s story since 1950.

What started with vacuum metallizing has grown into a 150,000-square-foot operation with injection molding, advanced metallizing, automation, and custom manufacturing capabilities under one roof.

On National Manufacturing Day, we’re proud to recognize the team behind that growth, the people who keep our presses running, solve problems on the floor, maintain quality, and continue finding better ways to serve our customers.

For Spartek, manufacturing is more than what we make. It’s the experience, teamwork, and continuous improvement behind every project.

09/30/2026

Spartek was proud to attend and sponsor the 7 Rivers Lean Consortium’s 10th Annual Lean Symposium this week.

The event brought together professionals focused on Lean and Continuous Improvement for practical sessions on topics like Value Stream Mapping, PDCA problem solving, and leading teams through change.

Continuous improvement is an important part of how we operate at Spartek, so we appreciated the opportunity to learn, connect with others in the industry, and bring new ideas back to our team.

Thank you to the 7 Rivers Lean Consortium for another great event!