60 Years of Skilcraft: The Skilcraft Way
On August 27, 2025, Skilcraft celebrates our 60th anniversary. It’s a testament to six decades of remarkable growth and transformation, from a small family business into a leader in the metal fabrication industry. Our journey began in 1964 when the four Anderson brothers—Ken, Dick, Ron, and Vernon—decided to build a manufacturing plant on their family’s […]
Introducing the Skilcraft Solutions Cell (S²C)
Where Complex Problems Meet Rapid Solutions Skilcraft, LLC, is proud to announce the launch of the Skilcraft Solutions Cell (S²C), a specialized, cross-functional team of experienced engineers, fabricators, and quality professionals dedicated to tackling your most complex manufacturing challenges. Problem-solving is a core philosophy at Skilcraft. In the words of President Anthony Ratica, “Skilcraft is […]
Anthony Ratica Named President of Skilcraft, LLC
HEBRON, KENTUCKY – NOVEMBER 19, 2024 – Skilcraft, LLC, a provider of advanced precision metal fabrication solutions, has hired Anthony Ratica as President of Skilcraft, LLC, in Hebron, Kentucky, effective November 19. With nearly 30 years of experience in the aerospace, manufacturing, MRO, and the services industries, Ratica has held operations, supply chain, client-facing, and […]
Skilcraft Named Manufacturer of the Year
Skilcraft Named Manufacturer of the Year by the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers It was an honor for Skilcraft to be named Manufacturer of the Year (small business category) at last night’s Kentucky Association of Manufacturers (KAM) awards ceremony. We’re proud to be recognized alongside fellow honorees Novelis and Roll Forming Corporation. Skilcraft General Manager, John […]
Skilcraft’s Dean McKay Honored as Volunteer of the Year by NKADD
Dean McKay Honored The following is excerpted from the NKADD October 30th press release: The Northern Kentucky Area Development District (NKADD) hosted its annual meeting and awards celebration on Thursday, October 26th at Elk Creek Winery in Owenton, KY. Elected officials, community leaders and local businesses joined NKADD staff and board members to review the […]
Plant Expansion
Plant Floor Expansion Skilcraft recently expanded its operations footprint by over 22,000 square feet, bringing the total facility to over 54,000 square feet. The additional space will allow for increased production capacity and new equipment that will support production of fabricated parts and metal components for the aerospace industry. “Skilcraft employees have built a reputation […]
