Tool and Die Maker | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $65,000 - $100,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in tool and die maker? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Ludington seeking experienced Tool and Die Makers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Ludington region seeking Tool and Die Makers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and repair complex tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures according to blueprints and specifications.
• Operate precision machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and CNC equipment to fabricate tooling components.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD models to understand design requirements and tolerances.
• Perform precise measurements and inspections to ensure parts meet strict quality standards and specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with tooling during production runs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and sharpen existing tooling to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to identify tooling needs and improvements.
• Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for tooling construction.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tool and Die Maker or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in operating manual and CNC machining equipment (e.g., lathes, milling machines, grinders).
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with precision measuring instruments and techniques.
• Knowledge of various tool steels and heat treatment processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair tooling and dies.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with CNC programming and operation for tool and die fabrication.
• - Proficiency in CAD/CAM software for mold and die design.
• - Knowledge of various heat treatment processes for tooling.
• - Experience with EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) for intricate die components.
• - Certification in advanced machining techniques or metrology.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool and Die Maker, Die Maker, Tool Maker, Tool and Die Technician, Die Setter, Tool Designer, Mold Maker, Fixture Maker, Jig Maker, Precision Machinists, Stamping Die Maker, Injection Mold Maker, Progressive Die 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.