Electroforming Technician
Location: Danbury, CT
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Alpha Metalcraft Group (AMG)
AMG Danbury is a leading manufacturer of electroformed components supporting critical aerospace and defense applications. Our products include rotorcraft composite blade leading-edge abrasion strips, turbine engine outer guide vane erosion sheaths, and missile and rocket wing slot heat shield electroforms used in mission-critical environments.
Our Danbury facility is the largest AS9100-certified electroforming operation of its kind, encompassing more than 40,000 square feet of specialized manufacturing space and advanced processing capabilities. We are committed to quality, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement while supporting some of the world's leading aerospace and defense organizations.
Position Summary
AMG Danbury is seeking a hands-on Electroforming Technician to join our manufacturing team. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and maintaining electroforming equipment and processes while supporting daily production requirements.
The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality, process compliance, and on-time delivery of precision electroformed components.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and maintain electroforming equipment in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications.
- Measure, mark, mask, and prepare components for electroforming and plating operations.
- Monitor production processes and maintain electroforming bath chemistry and related process controls.
- Perform inspections and identify product or process non-conformances.
- Maintain effective communication with supervisors, engineering, quality, and production personnel regarding work status, issues, and improvements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, waste reduction, on-time delivery, and 6S workplace organization.
- Assist Engineering and Manufacturing teams with process analysis and production support activities.
- Follow all company policies, quality standards, environmental regulations, and health and safety requirements.
- Complete assigned work accurately and within established production schedules.
- Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, respect, and continuous learning.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1–4 years of manufacturing, production, or related technical experience.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented procedures and work instructions.
- Ability to identify and communicate quality concerns and process issues.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn specialized manufacturing processes.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Mechanical aptitude or prior experience working with manufacturing equipment.
- Experience in aerospace, defense, metal finishing, plating, electroforming, machining, or related industries.
- Familiarity with quality systems such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar regulated manufacturing environments.
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 be part of a growing organization that manufactures highly engineered components supporting critical aerospace and defense programs. We value innovation, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement while providing opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
We offer a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to contribute ideas, develop new skills, and make a meaningful impact on our success.
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: $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Danbury, CT 06810 (Required)
Work Location: In person
