Tool Maker | Mattawan, MI

Salary Range: $61,000 - $93,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for precision tooling and creating high-quality dies and molds? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Mattawan seeking experienced Tool Makers to drive results.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Mattawan seeking experienced Tool Makers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and assemble precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Interpret complex blueprints, schematics, and CAD models to determine tool specifications.
• Operate and program manual and CNC machinery (lathes, mills, grinders, EDMs) to machine components.
• Perform precision measurements using inspection tools like micrometers, calipers, and gauges to ensure quality.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain existing tooling to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to improve tool designs and manufacturing processes.
• Select appropriate materials and heat treatments for tooling to ensure durability and functionality.

Recommended Qualifications

• Completed a recognized Tool Maker apprenticeship program or possess 5+ years of equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in setting up and operating conventional machine tools (lathes, mills, surface grinders, EDMs).
• Ability to accurately read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Expertise in using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and bore gauges.
• Solid understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
• Strong knowledge of various tooling materials, heat treatment processes, and their applications.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with 5-axis CNC machining.
• Proficiency in advanced CAD/CAM software (e.g., NX, HyperMill) for complex surface modeling.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• TIG/MIG welding certification for tool repair and modification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Maker, Tool and Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Precision Machinist, CNC Tool Maker, Jig and Fixture Maker, Tooling Technician, Prototype Tool Maker

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.