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Machinery ManufacturingMichigan, United States51-200 Employees
Star Cutter Company is a global manufacturer of precision cutting tools and tooling solutions for the manufacturing industry, with roots in Northern Michigan dating back to 1927. Founded in Detroit by Howard B. Lawton, it began as a small team serving automakers and today operates from its headquarters in Farmington Hills, Michigan, with manufacturing activity extending into Northern Michigan and beyond. Star Cutter runs six manufacturing facilities and five divisions that focus on distinct product and service lines, supporting a comprehensive tooling offering. It serves customers worldwide, coordinated in part through a partnership with Star SU LLC that handles marketing, sales, and service across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. In 2026, the company introduced a deep-hole machining solution aimed at improving precision guidance, vibration control, and durability in that application.