About
Precision machining experts in high-performance plastics and
Tamshell is an AS 9100D with ISO 9001 Certified, ISO 13485 Certified, and ITAR Registered precision machine shop. Our 33,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art machining facility retains dozens of high-tech CNC machines, manual machines and companion machinery which makes hundreds of parts a day for our customers.
- Precision Machining of amm machinable plastics & soft metal materials
- Material support and recommendations
- Live, in house enginnering support
- Strict Quality Control
- First Article > In-Process > Final Inspection
- Contract Manufacturing
Precision is our strategy. Quality is our heritage.
Tamshell is a precision machining company that specializes in working with high-performance plastics in addition to metals such aluminum, brass, bronze, and steel. Their facilities house state-of-the-art CNC machinery paired with a skilled and experienced workforce. With up to fifth axis CNC milling & turning capabilities including Swiss-screw machining, 3D printing, and conventional machining, Tamshell can deliver from prototype to high volumes of complex, tight tolerance parts to print.
Co-Founders of Tamshell:
Art Pierce – Founder
John Hernandez – Founder
Executive Management:
Justin Pierce – CEO
Michael Hernandez – COO
Management Team:
Adam Bolt – Purchasing Manager
Bryan Moss – Production Manager
Jose Ceja – Quality Assurance Manager
Maricela Giles-Rodriguez – HR & Controller
Stephanie Ruvalcaba – Sales Manager
Join Our Team
Tamshell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Were always looking for smart problem solvers and critical thinkers to joint our team. If you’re wanting a fast-paced environment in the manufacturing world, you’ve come to the right place.
Open positions for machinists, sales, quality assurance, customer services & more!
Our Partnerships
Over the years, we’ve collaborated with numerous prominent organizations in the aerospace sector and various other industries. Some of these organizations have been our partners since our inception, and we’ve stood by them through all their transformations and advancements.
- Boeing
- Lockheed Martin
- Northrup Grumman
- Raytheon
- ITT
- Honeywell
- Medtronic
- Haskel
- IDEX
- Marotta
- Parker
- Curtiss Wright
The Beginnings
Tamshell’s journey began in a shared warehouse in Norwalk, California, in the fall of 1980, when Art Pierce and John Hernandez decided to elevate their machinist skills. They started a small shop that would eventually grow into a 33,000 sq. ft., state-of-the-art machine shop.
Building a Reputation
They embarked on the challenging task of building a company from scratch, taking on jobs that were beyond the capabilities of most shops at the time. These jobs involved the machining of plastic (polymer) materials, a field that was just starting to demonstrate its immense potential for aerospace and military applications. Not many machinists had a deep understanding of plastics machining at that time. As they consistently completed these complex plastic jobs, their reputation grew. It became known that they were experts in their field.
Trusted Partnerships
John and Art understood the importance of building trusted partnerships with their customers. They achieved this by attentively listening to their customers’ needs, customizing their jobs from start to finish, and providing regular feedback and updates. This approach was instrumental in maintaining long-term business relationships.
A Legacy of Expertise
Today, Tamshell continues to uphold its legacy as a family-owned precision machining company. Now under the leadership of Art and John’s sons, Justin and Michael, the company remains true to its core principles. Tamshell’s team comprises experienced, dedicated, and knowledgeable management and machinists. Their customer service, which is both friendly and considerate, continues to uphold these principles in today’s modern era.