Allied Industrial Group

Metal Processing Technician - Cutting &amp; Forming
Allied Industrial Group - Fenton, MI
Department: Metal Processing
Reports To: Department Supervisor
About the Role
Allied Industrial Group is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Metal Processing Technician to support our cutting and forming operations.
This hands-on position helps turn raw sheet, plate, tube, and structural material into accurate components for custom manufacturing projects. Depending on experience, training, and production needs, assigned work may include laser cutting, tube laser cutting, waterjet cutting, plasma beam processing, press brake forming, tube bending, and related material preparation.
We're looking for someone who takes pride in quality work, follows safe operating practices, and enjoys developing skills across different manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Set up and operate assigned cutting and forming equipment after completing required training and authorization.
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<li>Review job travelers, drawings, revisions, material specifications, quantities, and work instructions before beginning each job.
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<li>Verify material type, thickness, identification, and condition before processing.
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<li>Load, unload, stage, and move materials safely using approved handling equipment.
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<li>Follow approved programs, tooling requirements, setup instructions, and process parameters.
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<li>Inspect processed parts using appropriate measuring tools to verify dimensions, cut features, bend angles, and other job requirements.
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<li>Perform assigned deburring, edge cleanup, part identification, and preparation for downstream operations.
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<li>Maintain material and part traceability throughout production, keeping jobs and materials properly identified and separated.
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<li>Accurately record labor, job status, quantities, and inspection results in the ERP/job-traveler system.
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<li>Identify and promptly report unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, unclear instructions, damaged material, or parts that do not meet requirements.
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<li>Maintain clean, organized work areas and support housekeeping and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention.
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<li>Support cross-training, continuous improvement, and coordination with other manufacturing departments.
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What We're Looking For
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<li>Experience in metal processing, cutting, forming, or a related manufacturing environment is preferred.
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<li>Experience with laser cutting, tube lasers, waterjets, plasma equipment, press brakes, or tube benders is a plus.
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<li>Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings, dimensions, and written work instructions.
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<li>Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, squares, and angle gauges.
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<li>Attention to detail when checking materials, setups, finished features, and production records.
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<li>Ability to follow PPE, machine guarding, material-handling, and other safety requirements.
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<li>Dependable attendance, good communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
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<li>Ability to recognize when work should stop and a supervisor or Quality team member should be consulted.
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<li>Familiarity with ERP systems or electronic job tracking is helpful.
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Training &amp; Manufacturing Environment
This position works in an active custom manufacturing facility around metal materials, powered equipment, and material-handling operations.
Training will cover assigned equipment and processes, safety and PPE requirements, job tracking, in-process inspection, material traceability, and quality procedures. Forklift training and authorization are part of the Manufacturing Technician qualification process; crane and aerial-lift authorization will be provided when assigned.
Employees operate only equipment for which they are qualified and authorized. Changes to approved programs, process parameters, drawings, or inspection requirements must follow the appropriate approval process.
What Success Looks Like
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<li>Safe, consistent operation of assigned equipment.
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<li>Accurate parts that meet drawing and inspection requirements.
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<li>Work completed to the production plan, with delays communicated early.
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<li>Complete and accurate production records.
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<li>Proper identification and protection of materials and customer parts.
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<li>Willingness to expand skills through approved cross-training.
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<li>Professional teamwork and a clean, organized work area.
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Why Allied Industrial Group?
Allied Industrial Group provides cutting, forming, machining, fabrication, finishing, assembly, automation, and engineered solutions under one roof. Our Metal Processing team plays a key role in that process - preparing accurate components that support everything that follows.
If you enjoy hands-on manufacturing, take pride in precision, and want to build your skills across cutting and forming technologies, we'd like to hear from you.
Allied Industrial Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
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<li>Health insurance</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
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Work Location: In person

Metal Processing Technician - Cutting & Forming

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