We're turning 75!

2021 marks the 75th anniversary of Major Tool & Machine's founding, and we're proud to recognize and celebrate our continued growth over the years.

In 1946, Charles W. Davis founded Major Tool & Machine to support the commercialization of the jet engine following World War II. Starting with four men, Charlie Davis grew Major Tool by specializing in jet aircraft maintenance, overhaul tooling, and ground support equipment. As experts in welding and machining, they built precision engine assembly, disassembly tools, and all types of stands and dollies for OEM jet engine manufacturers to support domestic and foreign airlines.

In 1970 when Charlie Davis retired, he split the business ownership between his son Elmer Davis and John Weyreter, a toolmaker, engineer, and salesman. John became President, and the two grew the business together until 1977 when Elmer Davis semi-retired and sold his ownership to John Weyreter.

Through the 1970s & 1980’s John grew the business and helped develop new markets in the power generation, aerospace and defense industries. During this time, Major Tool received many industry awards for its’ quality work and ability to support critical programs.

In 1988 John’s son, Steve Weyreter, took over as President, and John became Chairman of the Board. In 1991 John became Chairman of the NTMA.

Major Tool continues to grow while supporting the power generation, aerospace, defense, nuclear, oil & gas, and commercial industries.

Today, our 400+ employees proudly continue to serve our country’s needs and the complex manufacturing needs of our industry partners.

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Check out our latest feature in WRTV Hiring Hoosiers! Mike Griffith and Kendra O'Brien discuss our participation in the Central Indiana FAME program and the amazing opportunities available for skilled trades.

The FAME/AMT program is a nationally recognized, industry-driven partnership between Central Indiana manufacturers and Vincennes University. The goal of our program is to create “global best” skilled worker talent to meet the needs of a rapidly growing manufacturing sector. Employers have come together to form two FAME chapters in the Central Indiana region. The Central Indiana Chapter, based in the greater Indianapolis region, includes reputable manufactures such as Major Tool & Machine, 3M, Aero Industries, and Steel Dynamics Inc. The Hoosier Chapter, based in the Madison/Hamilton/Tipton/Delaware county region, includes Red Gold and Nestle USA. Our two chapters have come together, in partnership with Vincennes University, to construct an Advanced Manufacturing Center for the education of our student technicians.

Visit https://lnkd.in/efkPgau to learn more and register.

Established in 1946, Major Tool & Machine Inc. (MTM) is a contract manufacturer in Indianapolis, Indiana, that provides manufacturing solutions for our customer's most complex needs. MTM specializes in large CNC milling and turning machining, high-speed machining, manual and robotic welding, engineering, CAD/CAM programming, project management, inspection, and assembly services.

Learn more about the INFAME program during the virtual webinar on October 22nd, at 7:00 PM.

Hear employer partners of the Central Indiana INFAME chapter and the Hoosier FAME chapter discuss this best-in-class program and partnership, where college-ready students are mentored and gain on-the-job training and learning relevant technical skills for one of the most sought after occupations in manufacturing.   Graduates of this selective program receive an associate degree from Vincennes University and can GRADUATE DEBT FREE. 

Educators, parents, students, and other influencers are welcome to join and learn more about this impactful program that provides opportunities to both students and employers.

This event is the first for this recruiting season for the 2021 cohort. If you cannot join for this date, other dates will be posted soon on a regular weekly schedule until the cohort capacity is filled. 

Click here to register

Check out our latest feature in the Indianapolis Business Journal!

From the article - Indianapolis-based Major Tool & Machine, for instance, has been on a growth tear in recent years that hasn’t slowed in the pandemic.

“Things are continuing to be very strong for us,” said President Mike Griffith. “We’ve not seen, really, any appreciable impact at all from COVID-19.”

The company, which has just more than 400 employees, has continued hiring and expanding its workforce the past few months.

Major Tool & Machine offers welding and fabrication, precision machining, engineering and other services for customers in a variety of markets, including aerospace, defense and energy.

Those markets are a big part of why the manufacturer is doing so well right now, Griffith said. A lot of its customers are federal agencies such as the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy. “We’re talking about government budgets. There’s still money being spent there.”

View the full article here, there is a limited viewing restriction if you are not a subscriber:

https://www.ibj.com/articles/grinding-forward

This webinar was live-streamed on September 29th, 2020. The panel members included an education & industry roundtable that discussed the exciting opportunities for students entering the manufacturing industry.

Featured speakers include superintendents Matt Prusiecki (Decatur Township) and Paul Ketcham (Batesville CSC), and Bob Hacker (White River Valley School D), as well as manufacturing industry representatives Kendra O'Brien (Major Tool & Machine), Katie Jacobsen (Tube Processing Corporation), Blair Milo (Indiana Secretary for Career Connections and Talent), and Clay Barnes (MPI Corporation).

0:00 Industry Panel

35:41 Education Panel

1:00:11 Combined Panel

CTE and STEM teachers, principals, and school counselors have an impactful influence on students. We hope to bring a better understanding of modern manufacturing careers and form successful partnerships where local schools may share these incredible opportunities with students and parents in their communities.