Founded in 1955, Futuramic built its reputation on a commitment to quality, on time delivery, customer service, and competitive prices. As a full-service design and build company, we specialize in taking a customer’s requirements and processing them through design, build, inspection, and installation. Customers benefit from our continuous upgrade of computers, NC machines, CMM inspection equipment, and utilization of our experience within the engineering/build processes. Futuramic is committed to the growth, and development, of its associates. We have partnered with Macomb Community College on an apprenticeship program since 1971. This program is continuously reviewed to keep it abreast of the latest technologies. To further associate development after the apprenticeship program Futuramic set up extensive in house training courses. These are specifically designed to ensure that all of our associates are aware of recent developments and processes within the industry. These programs and courses help to create a work environment that is conducive to continuous improvement, high employee retention, and increased productivity. We are able to meet, or exceed, your expectations for quality and delivery as a result of our commitment and dedication. To meet customer requirements, Futuramic’s highly trained associates always utilize the latest in equipment and technology. This gives us further capability to provide the very best in design, manufacturing, inspection & installation.

IDEAL Group is a technology company focused on developing and using advanced technology in support of enhancing the productivity, quality-of-life, independence, safety, educational opportunities, and employability of persons with disabilities. IDEAL Group is a 2002 spin-off from IDEAL at NCR Corporation. Additional Information: IDEAL Group Subsidiary Companies https://www.ideal-group.org/?p=1649 IDEAL Group Projects (1992-2022) http://www.ideal-group.org/?p=1540 IDEAL Group Mobile Apps (2010-2022) http://www.ideal-group.org/?p=1751 IDEAL Group Innovative Firsts http://www.ideal-group.org/?p=1682 Sampling of IDEAL Group News Releases http://www.ideal-group.org/?p=1787 IDEAL Group Projects in Support of Individuals who are Deaf, Late-Deafened, or Hard-of-Hearing (1992-2022) http://www.ideal-group.org/?p=1320

Applied Process has been a technology leader in the heat treating industry since 1978. AP specializes in the Austempering process - making iron and steel parts tougher, stronger, lighter, quieter, wear resistant...and greener. We get paid to heat treat customer parts, but what we really do for a living is help our customers to replace one material/process combination with a better, faster, cheaper one. Austempering is no ordinary heat treating procedure, and Applied Process has no ordinary people. Our team includes metallurgists, consulting metallurgists, mechanical engineers and a dedicated R&D staff.

DADCO offers exceptional opportunities for career growth and development in an array of professions. As a team we cultivate a positive, high-energy and innovative working environment. We seek dependable, bright individuals who demonstrate a strong work ethic and positive attitude. DADCO offers competitive wages and a generous benefit package. Email [email protected] to inquire about current openings. DADCO is the global leader in nitrogen gas spring technology offering advanced solutions to your component tooling requirements. Founded in 1958, our focus is to provide superior products, expert technical support and outstanding customer service. Our customers include top die tool builders, advanced stamping facilities and automotive OEM’s around the world. As a company dedicated to quality we are certified to the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Standard. DADCO has ten direct locations: • DADCO World Headquarters – Plymouth, MI, USA • DADCO Canada – Mississauga, Ontario, Canada • DADMEX – Toluca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico • DADCO FERRAMENTAS do BRASIL – São Paulo, Brasil • DADCO GmbH – Niedereschach, Germany • DADCO ASIA – Seoul, Korea • DADCO ASIA LIMITED TIANJIN REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE – Tianjin, China • DADCO JAPAN - Kanagawa, Japan • DADCO Michigan Regional Office – Comstock Park, MI, USA • DADCO Ohio Regional Office – Avon Lake, OH, USA In addition, DADCO has a global network of independent stocking distributors to meet customer demands.

Specialty Steel Treating, founded 1956, has been performing precision heat treating for more than 60 years. Since our inception, SST has always put quality and customer service at the forefront of our business philosophy. SST services numerous industries, ranging from but not limited to: Aerospace (military, commercial aircraft, space shuttle), Automotive & Truck, Industrial Bearing, Heavy Equipment and Tool & die. SST is the only approved commercial heat treat company in the country to heat treat certain flight critical and flight safety configurations for prime aerospace and helicopter companies. The result: a stringent system of quality and control that we pass on to all of our customers, regardless of the industry.

Hougen Manufacturing, Inc. is the leader in portable magnetic drills and annular cutters. Having been in business for over 60 years, Hougen Mfg is committed to solving holemaking problems through innovation. With constant development, Hougen Mfg continues to produce creative solutions for the metalworking industry. Three principals guide Hougen’s business and customer service. Service, Integrity, and Reliability. Hougen Mfg services the customer with a large inventory, unmatched technical knowledge, distributors and service centers around the country who are ready to help. Hougen Mfg stands behind its product and quality 100%, always striving to improve & exceed expectations. Tools made at Hougen’s Manufacturing facility in Michigan are made in a controlled environment and kept to the highest standards. This results in unmatched power, performance, safety and reliability making Hougen products the best in the industry. With the highest quality product and time proven service it’s no wonder more people choose Hougen than any other brand of magnetic drill or annular cutter.

LANZEN, INC is an electrical/electronic manufacturing company based out of 30980 GROESBECK HWY, Roseville, Michigan, United States.

Knight Global began in 1984 as a specialty design/build shop, solving specific manufacturing problems for the automotive industry in Detroit. As specialty systems became standards for Knight, we evolved into designing and replacing original material handling systems with ergonomic solutions. We have grown from three employees and 4,000 square feet of floor space in 1984 to over 120 employees and 150,000 square feet of floor space today. Our headquarters are located in Auburn Hills, MI.

Yarema is a full service manufacturing company with in-house capabilities for complete prototyping, in-house design and build of dies, metal forming, welding and assembly operations.

Monarch Welding & Engineering is a family owned company that takes pride in its rich history and experience. Owned and operated by the Wimmer family, our industry experience spans over five generations and 90 years. We have always valued our customers and been willing and able to successfully adapt to their evolving needs. Today, Monarch Welding & Engineering has four locations in Michigan with over 45,000 square feet of fabrication and equipment repair shop space. We employ a wide variety of skilled trades - including boilermakers, ironworkers and pipefitters. At any given time we are actively supporting a variety of customers and a variety of projects in Michigan and the surrounding states. Monarch Welding & Engineering upholds the highest standards for safety, integrity, quality, value and service. We are a company that is built upon providing our customers with reliable, cost effective service. We strive to provide services through utilization of our rich experience and turnkey project management capabilities. We consider our customers important assets and uphold personal and professional relationships that Monarch Welding & Engineering was built upon. We maintain the largest steady workforce in Michigan that are highly trained and provide increased value through repeat experience in customer facilities.

-Human Resource Manager for 8 facilities totaling 500 employees. -Improved the rate of employee turnover by 66% in the first year alone. -Responsible for all aspects related to Human Resources including recruiting & disciplinary actions. -Maintain an outstanding record in the field of Unemployment Claims as well as other litigation filed against the Company including Worker’s Compensation lawsuits, EEOC charges of discrimination, DOL Wage & Hour complaints. -Daily updating of manpower lists to assure we have adequate workforce & can maintain profitability. -Manage all aspects related to the Employee Benefit Program, which includes Health, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Life Ins, Optional Life Ins, 401k Plan including loan procedures. -Handle COBRA, FMLA, & HIPAA as well as assuring compliance. Also, the Company’s HIPAA Privacy Officer. -New Hire Reporting & National Medical Support Notice compliance. -New Employee Orientation, Safety & Training Programs as well as hold a key role in the Company’s Safety Committee. -MIOSHA compliance, OSHA Log 300 recordkeeping & posting requirements. -Well versed in MIOSHA publications and standards. -Worker’s Compensation including accident investigation & Return-To-Work Program. -Set-up & maintain employee personnel records, medical files, & I-9’s. -Created Employee Handbook, Organizational Charts & Job Descriptions. -Set-up a computerized time-keeping system using hand recognition time clocks & web based software to increase payroll productivity & reduce errors. -Responsible for managing the entire payroll activity, which includes weekly review of Payroll, Garnishments, Chapter 13, Friend of the Court orders, & other deductions – assume the Payroll duties when needed. -Created & implemented a Weekly Attendance Incentive Bonus Program. -Created, implemented, & revised a No-Fault Time & Attendance Policy. -Established a Section 125 – Flexible Benefit Plan (payroll reduction agreement). -Plan & coordinate general meetings.