Manufacturing Technician – Manufacturing / Electroforming (Split Assignment)
Locations: Bethel, CT and Danbury, CT
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Alpha Metalcraft Group (AMG)
Alpha Metalcraft Group (AMG) is a leading precision manufacturing platform serving aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial customers. Across our Connecticut operations, we support highly engineered programs requiring exceptional quality, precision, and reliability.
Our Danbury facility is the premier AS9100-certified electroforming supplier, manufacturing rotorcraft composite blade leading-edge abrasion strip electroforms, turbine engine outer guide vane erosion sheaths, and missile and rocket wing slot heat shield electroforms for critical aerospace and defense applications.
Our Bethel facility specializes in precision metal forming and fabrication, supporting advanced aerospace and defense programs, including the Firefly program and other mission-critical customer requirements.
Position Summary
AMG is seeking a versatile and hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support production operations through a split assignment between our Bethel and Danbury facilities.
This role will support Firefly program manufacturing activities in Bethel while also assisting with electroforming production operations in Danbury. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while learning multiple production processes.
The Manufacturing Technician will support equipment setup, production activities, process controls, quality requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives across both locations. Travel between the Bethel and Danbury facilities will be required based on production schedules and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and maintain manufacturing and electroforming production equipment in accordance with work instructions, drawings, and process specifications.
- Support Firefly program production activities, including assembly, preparation, processing, and related manufacturing operations.
- Perform measuring, marking, masking, surface preparation, and production support activities as required by work orders and technical documentation.
- Maintain and monitor electroforming bath components and process controls during Danbury assignments.
- Follow routers, travelers, work instructions, and quality procedures accurately and consistently.
- Inspect work in process and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements.
- Identify and communicate product or process non-conformances promptly.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to support production goals and process improvements.
- Maintain accurate production records, documentation, and process data.
- Support Lean Manufacturing, waste reduction, continuous improvement, and 6S initiatives.
- Maintain effective communication with supervisors and team members regarding production status, issues, and priorities.
- Comply with all Quality Management System requirements, Environmental Health & Safety policies, ITAR requirements, and company procedures.
- Participate in cross-training and support flexible assignments across departments and facilities as needed.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1–4 years of manufacturing, production, assembly, machining, electroforming, or related hands-on experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with manufacturing equipment and hand tools.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions, engineering drawings, travelers, and process documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
- Reliable, self-motivated, and disciplined in following established procedures.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel between the Bethel and Danbury facilities based on operational needs.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in aerospace, defense, precision manufacturing, electroforming, metal finishing, machining, fabrication, or assembly operations.
- Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience using measurement tools and interpreting technical drawings.
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or 6S workplace organization practices.
U.S. Person Requirement
Due to the nature of our business and access to export-controlled technical data, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable U.S. export control regulations. A U.S. Person is generally defined as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), refugee, or individual granted asylum in the United States.
Why Join AMG?
At Alpha Metalcraft Group, you'll have the opportunity to work across multiple advanced manufacturing disciplines supporting critical aerospace and defense programs. This position offers hands-on experience with specialized manufacturing processes, exposure to multiple production environments, and opportunities for career growth within a growing organization.
We value teamwork, quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, and we invest in developing employees who are eager to learn and expand their skills.
Benefits
- Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus Program
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 3% Safe Harbor Contribution
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Supplemental Insurance Programs
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
Equal Employment Opportunity
Alpha Metalcraft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Safety equipment provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have 1–4 years of manufacturing, production, assembly, machining, electroforming, or related hands-on experience?
- Do you have strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with manufacturing equipment and hand tools?
- Are you able to read and follow work instructions, engineering drawings, travelers, and process documentation?
- Do you have dependable transportation that allows you to travel between the Bethel and Danbury facilities as needed for operational requirements?
Work Location: In person
