Moving our precision machining business. Leadership.
EMC has been a family-owned precision machining company since 1925. That’s how long we have been committed to progressive leadership in our field, precision machining, and positive relationships with customers who count on us to perform.
Jeff Ohlemacher
Executive Chairman & Chief Strategy Officer
As Executive Chairman & Chief Strategy Officer of EMC Precision, Jeff is responsible for guiding the long term strategic leadership of this privately held precision machining company. During his over 50 years of leadership he has driven long-term growth and positioned EMC Precision as an industry leader. Upon receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University he joined the company as Plant Manager in 1981. Jeff is credited with bringing progressive management processes to EMC that significantly improved plant effectiveness and efficiency. In 1987, Jeff was named President & CEO and he served as CEO for thirty-eight years.
Since 1981, Jeff has been involved in the Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA), the precision machining industry’s premier association, of which he is a Past President. He also served as Director, Lake Erie District Chair, and continues to serve on association committees.
Jeff is an active member and Past Cleveland Chapter Chair of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) Gold and is a past member of YPO. In the local Lorain/Elyria community, Jeff has served many organizations, including the Arthritis Foundation, Elyria City Schools Board of Education, Elyria Civil Service Commission, and the Elyria Rotary Club. Jeff enjoys engaging with people, reading, jogging, gardening, cooking, and canning. He and his wife Denise reside in Elyria, Ohio and have a blended family of five young adults.
Bob Graney
Chief Executive Officer & Chief Operating Officer
As CEO/COO of EMC Precision, Bob is responsible for overseeing the strategic and operational activities of our manufacturing facilities in Elyria, OH and Sheridan, IN. With over 25 years experience at EMC, his track record demonstrates effective, strategic, and forward-thinking leadership. Upon receiving a Bachelor of Business degree in Accounting from St. Bonaventure University, Bob worked for The American Tank & Fabricating Company in Cleveland, OH with progressive responsibilities within the accounting department for 7 years. Shortly after earning his Masters of Business Administration degree in Finance from Cleveland State University and his CPA License, Bob joined EMC Precision as the Corporate Controller in March 2000 and later moved into the role of Chief Financial Officer. His financial background provides him with a comprehensive understanding of the company’s operations and financial management. In 2010, Bob was named Chief Operating Officer.
In the local community, Bob has served many organizations over the past 20+ years. Bob enjoys coaching various youth sports in his spare time. He and his wife Maureen reside in Avon Lake, Ohio and have 5 children.
Luke Wright
Vice President, Plant Manager (Ohio)
Luke has been with EMC Precision since 1996. After graduating in 1998 from the Lorain County JVS (Joint Vocational School), Luke went on to become a journeyman toolmaker through an apprenticeship with EMC Precision. For many years, Luke worked in the Model Shop making prototypes and fixtures. From there he worked in EMC Precision’s rapid response area where we did short run CNC work, eventually becoming Group Lead of the Mill Turn department for over 10 years. Luke has been the Plant Manager since 2022 after joining the Executive Team in 2021. Luke loves helping others solve problems and improving processes by building strong relationships with his peers and growing together as a team.
Outside of work, Luke loves spending time with his family and farming. He and his wife Megan live on a farm in wellington, OH and have 5 children. Luke is a member of the Lagrange Church of God and has been an active church member his whole life.
Zachery Rector
Vice President, Plant Manager (Indiana)
Based out of Sheridan, IN, Zach oversees all plant operations at our Indiana location. A Purdue University graduate with a B.S. in Industrial Technology, Zach brings over 12 years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience. His expertise includes leading and mentoring engineering teams, new product integration, and capital equipment implementation. Zach’s passion for people and engineering excellence makes him a perfect fit for our team. His leadership ensures our plant delivers high-quality, on-time products for our customers.
Zachery and his wife, Kaitlyn, reside in Summitville, Indiana. They have two children. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time on outdoor projects, farming, and most of all, his family.