Model Metal Maker (AERO)

ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc is looking for a Model Metal Maker in Sterling Heights, Michigan. This role involves creating parts from raw materials while ensuring strict quality standards in the aerospace and defense sector. Ideal candidates should have a detail-oriented attitude, be physically capable, and preferably have manufacturing and aerospace experience. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proficient in using hand measuring tools like micrometers and calipers.
• Experience with shop equipment including band saws and metal shear.
• Physical ability for bending, stooping, sitting & standing.

Responsibilities

• Make complete parts from raw material, ensuring quality standards.
• Inspect parts using defined criteria including blueprints.
• Develop buy-off skills for final trim using various check aids.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Manufacturing background

Aerospace industry experience

Blueprint reading

Job description

MODEL METAL MAKER – Aerospace, Defense & Prototype

Aerospace, Defense & Prototype Group innovates metal forming solutions for the mobility industry for space, aircraft, rotorcraft, automotive and commercial vehicles. Our Model Metal Maker is responsible for making complete parts from raw material, beginning with forming metal and qualification, final buy‑off and finishing trim parts, while meeting precise quality standards. This job is located in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Become proficient at using hand measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, scales, etc.)
• Learn how to operate basic shop equipment (band saws, metal shear, die grinders, etc.)
• Learn basic hammering skills, operate metal “muncher” and press brake
• Read and understand blueprints and customer specifications, including basic GD&T
• Inspect parts using defined criteria including blueprints, check aids & Applied Trim Templates
• Deburr and wash parts according to written procedures
• Set up and run metal “muncher”
• Utilize shrinker/stretchers and ensure parts meet requirements
• Identify defects in parts and report issues
• Qualify parts to a 3mm clear check fixture
• Develop buy‑off skills for final trim using multiple types of check aids, including ATT’s, 3mm clear check aids, net check aids and blueprints
• Check final product against documented requirements including specifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Detail‑oriented individual with a positive attitude and willingness to learn & grow
• Regular physical movement including bending, stooping, sitting & standing for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Manufacturing background
• Aerospace industry experience
• Background in prototype die set‑up and run

Who We Are:

Aerospace, Defense and Prototype is a division of ArtiFlex Manufacturing. Our family of companies design and build products and solutions for companies with tough challenges by employing people with a willingness and ability to be “Innovative. Problem Solving. Partners.” We support and embody a vision of safely growing our people and unleashing their full potential because we see greatness in everyone we hire. Better products and services for our customers result from the dedicated development of our employees. That’s our culture.

Benefits:

Working at ArtiFlex Manufacturing is rewarding. We believe in investing in your development by offering support, leadership and training opportunities. As a full‑time employee, you will enjoy our benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, PTO days and Paid Holidays, along with 401(k) with company match, Annual Bonus, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Development, Vehicle Purchase Supplier Discount, Company Events, Celebrations, and more!

Employee Owned:

ArtiFlex is an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program) organization. This is a qualified retirement plan.