Hive Manufacturing

🔎 At a Glance

Company Name: Hive Manufacturing (a division of HA Industries)
Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Shop Type: Job Shop / Contract Manufacturer
Industries Served: Defense, industrial, general manufacturing
Typical Work: High-mix (prototypes to production runs)
Machining Capabilities: 3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis, CNC turning with live tooling (mill-turn)
Materials: Aluminum (7075), stainless steel (304/316), alloy steels (4140, 8620), tool steel, plastics
Certifications: Not specified
Shift Environment: Day shift (with overtime available)

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About Hive Manufacturing

Hive Manufacturing is a growing CNC machining operation based in Sterling Heights, MI and backed by HA Industries, providing the stability of an established organization with the flexibility of a modern job shop.

The shop focuses on versatile, high-quality machining across a wide range of materials and part geometries, supporting customers with everything from one-off prototypes to repeat production work.

Hive has built its reputation on being able to take on jobs others avoid — from difficult materials to complex multi-sided parts — while maintaining strong quality standards and efficient processes.

With continued investment in equipment, technology, and people, Hive Manufacturing is positioned for significant growth and expanding into more complex, high-value work.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

Machinists at Hive Manufacturing work on:

• Part Types: Small precision components to large parts (up to ~80” × 30” envelope)
• Production Style: High-mix — prototypes, short runs, and production work
• Programming & Setup: Hands-on machinists with real programming responsibility (Fusion 360 + CAM)
• Materials Machined: Stainless steel, alloy steels, tool steels, aluminum, and plastics

Work varies day-to-day, with machinists expected to adapt quickly between materials, setups, and part types — not just run repeat jobs.

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Machining Capabilities

• CNC Milling (3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis)
• CNC Turning / Mill-Turn (live tooling, sub-spindle work)
• Multi-Axis Machining
• Prototype & Production Machining
• Build-to-Print Manufacturing

Hive specializes in complex geometries, multi-sided parts, and efficient one-setup machining strategies.

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CNC Equipment

Multi-Axis / Advanced Machines

• DN Solutions DVF6500 – 5-Axis Vertical Machining Center
• DN Solutions Lynx 2600SY – Dual-spindle lathe with live tooling and Y-axis

CNC Mills

• Mazak Nexus 700D
• Mazak Nexus 510C
• Okuma Genos M560V (2 machines)
• Hurco VMX84i
• Milltronics VM16 (2 machines)

CNC Lathes / Turning

• Milltronics ML18
• Additional CNC turning centers

Manual & Support Equipment

• Bridgeport mills
• Manual toolroom lathe
• Semi-automatic band saws

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Software & Programming

CAM Software: Fusion 360 (primary), GibbsCAM (mills), Mastercam (accepted background)
CAD Software: Fusion 360 (modeling + CAM)
Controls: Fanuc

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Quality, Inspection & Certifications

Hive Manufacturing maintains strong quality standards supported by:

• Inspection Equipment: Hexagon CMM, micrometers, bore gauges, indicators, optical inspection tools
• Quality Processes: First-article inspection, in-process inspection, and final verification

This ensures machinists are working in a process-driven environment with clear expectations and accountability.

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Why Machinists Choose to Work at Hive Manufacturing

Machinists here value:

• Clean, organized, and well-run shop
• Modern equipment, including 5-axis and mill-turn capabilities
• Backing from HA Industries — stability + long-term growth
• Variety of work (not stuck running the same part every day)
• Opportunity to grow into programming, multi-axis, or leadership roles
• Team-oriented, family-focused environment
• Overtime available for those who want it

This is a shop where machinists can develop their skills and take on more responsibility over time.

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Open CNC Machinist Jobs

Hive Manufacturing is currently hiring for:

• CNC Lathe Programmer / Machinist (Lead Role)
• Quality Technician (CMM Focus)

👉 View current CNC machining jobs at Hive Manufacturing