Meet the people behind Pacific Alloy
Dedicated to quality, innovation, diligence, and teamwork
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Our Team
James Leach
President
As Pacific Alloy is a family-owned business, James is the 4th generation owner. James has worked in the industry for more than 50 years, building Pacific Alloy from 25 employees to over 75. He continues to grow the business and be heavily involved to ensure the success of the business.
Linda
Graham Jones
Foundry Engineer and Metallurgist
With an honor’s degree in metallurgy and mechanical engineering, and over 40 years of foundry experience, Graham is an expert in the field. He strives for continuous improvement by managing all foundry operations, product development, tooling design and modifications, corrective actions, and our technical customer liaison regarding machining, dimensions, scrap, metallurgy, and foundry education. When not at work, Graham enjoys cruise ships and spending time with his grandchildren.
Luis Anguiano
Maintenance Manager
Before becoming Maintenance Manager, Luis joined the Pacific Alloy Casting team at the age of 18 as a pourer in the Melting department. He is a Southern California Institute of Technology graduate with a General Electric diploma. In his free time, Luis enjoys spending quality time with his family.
Luis Meillon-Pelayo
Safety and Human Resources Director
As Pacific Alloy Casting’s Safety and Human Resources Director, Luis Meillon-Pelayo oversees the development, implementation and management of the company’s health and workplace safety policies and procedures. In addition to ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations, Luis works directly with management to recruit, onboard, train and assess employees. He is well-suited to do so, with a keen sense of workplace dynamics and strong employee relationships due to his background in Customer Service and Sales. In his spare time, Luis enjoys spending time with his family and attending sporting events and concerts (especially to see the Dodgers or The Killers) with his wife.
Rachel Mendoza
Purchasing Manager & Administrative Assistant
With a strong background in logistics and supply chain management, Rachel makes all efforts to keep our expenses low by managing our vendors, sourcing equipment, purchasing materials and supplies, and scheduling services with optimal prices and lead times. Outside of work, Rachel loves spending time with her two dogs and cooking Italian cuisine.
Hayley Salazar
Shipping Manager
Hayley manages timely and accurate shipping and delivery. Dedicated to punctuality and accuracy, she manages orders from preparation to shipment through sourcing the best freight rates and lines, ensuring quality packaging, and providing on time and complete orders. Hayley also manages all invoicing to customers. Hayley is a complete animal lover as well as a music major, singing in choir for 15 years.
