About Us
Our story is founded in craftsmanship, shaped by innovation, and driven by a commitment to our customers.
Family Ownership Makes a Difference
Since Bud Simpson purchased Marion in 1980, we’ve thrived under the guidance of the Simpson-Ignacio family. Our legacy makes us passionate about protecting what’s next, so decisions are made with care to benefit employees and customers for years to come.
Every build reflects decades of industry leadership and a promise to deliver what professionals truly need: reliability, partnership, and integrity. Explore what has fueled our work since 1905, from the people who power us to the customers we call friends. We’re more than a manufacturer—we’re your long-term partner, and one that’s invested in doing right by our customers, employees, and communities.
Why Marion Body Works?
You work hard—your truck needs to, too. Discover why professionals across the country trust Marion Body Works to build their commercial truck bodies, fire & emergency apparatus, custom cabs, and specialty vehicles. You’ll experience unmatched quality and support that goes the distance.
Headquarters211 W. Ramsdell St
Marion, WI 54950 Commercial
105 Plank Road
Shawano, WI 54166
