The leadership team at Empire Die Casting brings decades of combined experience in global manufacturing, advanced engineering, and lean production directly to your projects. We’re committed to fostering a culture of innovation, precision, and continuous improvement across our entire facility.
President & Chief Executive Officer
Yogendra N. (Yogen) Rahangdale is a proven manufacturing executive, investor, and operator with a 50-year track record of building, acquiring, and transforming industrial businesses. He currently serves as CEO of Empire Die Casting Co. LLC, Kay Manufacturing LLC, Sigma Machine LLC, and Diversified Manufacturing & Assembly LLC, and as Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO of Delta Precision Components LLC. He also sits on the Board of Managers of Century LLC.
Following his retirement from American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) in 2009, Mr. Rahangdale shifted his focus to acquisitions and operational turnarounds. His most recent acquisition, Sigma Manufacturing (2023), expanded capabilities into machining of Extruded Aluminum parts ,with a focus on electric vehicle components. Earlier acquisitions include Kay Manufacturing (2017), focused on precision automotive powertrain components, and Empire Die Casting (2014), where he expanded aluminum and zinc casting operations and increased value-added services. His first acquisition, Whitehall Industries (2010), was successfully turned around and scaled from $32 million to $120 million in revenue within five years.
At AAM, Mr. Rahangdale held multiple senior executive roles over a 14-year tenure, including Executive Vice President & Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President, Operations & Planning. He also served as Vice Chairperson, President, and Chief Operating Officer, playing a key role in growing the company to $3.7 billion in annual revenue. He led over $3.1 billion in capital investments, driving operational efficiency, cost control, and manufacturing excellence.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Rahangdale spent 12 years at Chrysler Corporation, where he managed large-scale manufacturing programs exceeding $1.8 billion. He led the Paint & Anti-Corrosion division, establishing global standards and introducing environmentally impactful innovations, including VOC reduction systems and advanced coating technologies. His work earned him the Chairman’s Award.
He began his career at Bhilai Steel in India, managing plant maintenance and industrial systems, and later joined Volkswagen in 1979, where he progressed from maintenance into body and paint operations, gaining hands-on manufacturing experience.
Mr. Rahangdale holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Government Engineering College (A.P.S. University), Rewa, India, and an MBA from Michigan State University. He has been associated with the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the Engineering Society of Detroit, and the Oakland University Engineering Advisory Board.
CFO, CPA, CMA
Anil K Suri joined Empire Die Casting Company as Chief Financial Officer in February, 2017. In this position, Anil is responsible for the overall financial strategy of the company as well as Human Resources and Plant Operations. Within finance, he guides the controller, treasury, accounting, tax, and internal audit functions to pursue the company’s aggressive growth strategy and meet its multinational customers expectations.
Prior to joining Empire Die Casting, Mr. Suri held previous CFO roles with Whitehall Industries, a division of SRS Industries, Ludington, Michigan. He was not only responsible for the financial direction of the company, but also also for the multinational operations. Mr. Suri has also worked for Gudel Inc, Silver Line LTD, Comay Pico, Liton Industries, and Price Waterhouse. Throughout his nearly 30-year career in accounting, auditing, financial planning, startup and acquisitions, Mr. Siri has established a reputation for building world-class teams and for aligning financial and operational metrics to support business strategy and high-growth.
Mr. Suri has led multiple organizations to break through profit by reducing cost and truly implementing lean manufacturing. Anil holds a Bachelor of Art with honors in Accounting from University of Delhi, India.
Director of Engineering
Graduated 1995 with BSME from Lawrence Technological University. Dale joined the Empire team in the fall of 2015 as the Director of Operations later moving to the Director of Sales & Engineering in the fall of 2018. Prior to Dale to joining the Empire team, Mr. Dick started his career in 1995 at American Axle and Manufacturing. Spending 7 years in product design and development. Dale moved to Manufacturing Engineering at AAM ultimately responsible for plant manufacturing engineering in the Ohio Facilities. Dale later moved to Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Management launching new programs at AAM’s Ohio facilities.
Executive Director of Operations
Robert Boldt joined Empire Die Cast in 2000 as an Industrial Engineer, bringing with him a wealth of experience from diverse sectors. Prior to his tenure at Empire Die Cast, Robert served as an Industrial Engineer at the US Postal Service, where he gained valuable insights, and from his role in a private plastics injection company. At Empire, Bob started as an Industrial Engineer and progressed through the operations to become the Executive Director of Operations.
Robert holds a bachelor’s degree from Cleveland State University, where he developed a strong foundation in manufacturing processes and optimization strategies. Building upon his academic achievements, Robert pursued further education and earned his MBA from Cleveland State University, enhancing his managerial and strategic skills.
Robert is not only dedicated to his professional endeavors but also deeply involved in his local community. Since 2003, he has served as a councilman in Broadview Heights, where his leadership and commitment have left a lasting impact. Recognized for his exemplary service, Robert has held the prestigious position of Council President since 2011, where he has spearheaded initiatives and policies for the betterment of the community. He has served on the Finance Committee since 2003 and has maintained a balanced budget throughout his tenure. His extensive experience and unwavering dedication make him a respected figure and a trusted advocate for the people he serves.
