David Swartz

Dave Swartz is an experienced professional in the metallurgical and engineering fields, currently serving as Commodity Manager at Kapco Metal Stamping since January 2023. Prior to this role, Dave worked as a Sales Engineer at Engineered Exhaust Systems Inc, focusing on OEM and engine manufacturers in the outdoor power equipment sector. Previous positions include Technical Service Engineer at Charter Steel, where product development and improvement of automotive fastener grades were key responsibilities, and Product Development/Automotive Metallurgist at Nucor Corporation, focusing on cold rolled and galvanized product development. Dave also held the role of HM Metallurgist, overseeing the hot mill lab and implementing new testing equipment. Earlier in the career, Dave was an ESI Support Engineer at Heidtman Steel Products, providing analysis and technical support. Dave holds a Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology.