To kickstart a career in sheet metal manufacturing, the most common path is through an apprenticeship program, which blends hands-on training with classroom learning. While in high school, a focus on subjects like algebra, geometry, blueprint reading, and welding can give you a significant advantage. Alternatively, you could consider specialized training from a technical school....Continue Reading
In today’s competitive landscape, businesses are constantly seeking ways to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and accelerate time to market. One powerful strategy that delivers on all these fronts is partnering with a contract manufacturer. And when it comes to precision, expertise, and end-to-end solutions, Larsen Manufacturing stands out as the ideal outsourced assembly and production specialist. ...Continue Reading
Location: MUN – Mundelein, ILSalary Range: $22.00 – $35.00 HourlyJob Shift: Any Job Description We are currently seeking a metal stamping production setup associate whose primary responsibility will be setting up progressive die jobs, verifying setups are complete, and ensuring all safety compliance standards are met. This role also includes reading and understanding inspection prints...Continue Reading
Location: MUN – Mundelein, ILSalary Range: $30.00 – $40.00 HourlyJob Shift: 1st Shift Job Description Larsen Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker to build and maintain a wide range of progressive, compound, and secondary dies. The ideal candidate will be able to prioritize and manage existing tooling jobs and support production operations...Continue Reading
Location: MUN – Mundelein, ILEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Shift: 1st Shift Job Description The Quality Engineer will lead quality management from product inception through production launch and throughout the production cycle, following ISO/TS 16949 quality standards. This role provides technical leadership, evaluates the performance of the quality management system, and identifies improvement areas within...Continue Reading
The sheet metal fabrication industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements, evolving customer demands, and increasing focus on sustainability. The key trends shaping the industry are: Digitalization and Automation Digital Thread: The integration of CAD/CAM software, cloud-based platforms, IoT-connected machinery, and data analytics is creating a seamless digital thread from design to...Continue Reading
In a rapidly evolving job market, choosing a career path that promises stability, growth, and financial rewards can be a daunting task. Yet, one industry stands out as a beacon of opportunity: metal manufacturing. This sector, often overshadowed by the glitz of tech or finance, offers a compelling array of benefits that make it an...Continue Reading
Although most customers seeking metal manufacturing services submit their own drawings and specifications for metal fabricated parts, using an in-house engineering team can be crucial, especially for complex stamping or fabrication.This is why Larsen’s Team is successful with assisting Customers with both Early Supplier Involvement and Design For Manufacturability. While dimensions, and some details, are...Continue Reading
The metal fabrication process focuses on the actual manufacturing of a part. Larsen’s extended range of value-added services allows for dependable quality, reduced time and cost, all under one roof. Below, a look at the processes involved in creating a Fabricated Bracket, which illustrates Larsen’s capabilities. Flat blanks can be with created with laser or...Continue Reading
In the metal manufacturing industry, prototyping provides an actual physical sample of a new product. This allows for design testing and improvements for the final piece. As part of Larsen’s Vertical Integration strategy, the company offers prototyping as a value-add service that ensures manufacturing quality and viability. There are many advantages to prototyping and the...Continue Reading
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