Shively BrosTooling Commodity Management
Shively Bros Inc. is an employee-owned (ESOP) tooling commodity manager headquartered in Flint, Michigan, serving automotive and industrial manufacturers for 75+ years. The company manages tool preset and measuring, gage calibration, inventory and supply chain, procurement, and regrind services from 21 locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with 24/7 customer support. Shively Bros is the parent of the Shively family of companies.
What does Shively Bros manage?
Six core service lines cover tooling from the machine to the supply chain — see the full services page for detail on each.
Tool Preset & Measuring Services
Gage Tracking & Calibration
Business Intelligence
Inventory & Supply Chain Management
Procurement Services
Regrind Management
How does Shively Bros operate?
A short look at Shively Bros' tooling commodity management operations across its North American service locations.
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The Shively Family of Companies
Which companies are part of the Shively family?
Shively Bros is the parent of six specialized subsidiaries, each serving a distinct market.
Manufacturing Engineering Services for aerospace and defense
luxury custom cabinetry for the home
industrial distribution and integrated supply
precision manufacturing for regulated industries
custom cabinetry, lumber, trim, and custom moulding
WBE-certified diversity sourcing and workforce staffing
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shively Bros do?
Shively Bros Inc. manages tooling commodities for automotive and industrial manufacturers — tool preset and measuring, gage tracking and calibration, inventory and supply chain management, procurement, regrind management, and related on-site services delivered at 21 locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
What companies are part of the Shively family?
The Shively family of companies consists of Shively Bros Inc. (the parent), Shively MES, Shively Supply, Universal Tool, Greenia Custom Woodworking, SDMS / SDMS Connect, and River Valley Cabinetry. Each operates under its own brand and serves a distinct market, from aerospace manufacturing to luxury custom cabinetry.
Is Shively Bros employee-owned?
Yes. Shively Bros operates as an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, meaning employees hold ownership stakes in the business.
Where is Shively Bros headquartered?
Shively Bros is headquartered at 2919 S. Grand Traverse, Flint, Michigan 48507, with additional offices and onsite service locations across Michigan, Indiana, New York, Ontario, and Coahuila, Mexico.