Tool and Die Maker | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $64,000 - $99,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in tool and die maker? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in St. Johns seeking experienced Tool and Die Makers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across St. Johns seeking Tool and Die Makers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, repair, and modify complex dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Operate precision machine tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, and CNC equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings to determine specifications.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and optical comparators.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose tooling malfunctions, performing necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on tooling and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
• Select appropriate materials and heat treat them as required for tooling fabrication.

Recommended Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship or vocational training in Tool and Die Making or a related field
• Proficiency in operating manual and CNC machine tools, including mills, lathes, grinders, and EDMs
• Expert ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, schematics, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Demonstrated skill in using a wide range of precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges, optical comparators)
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, heat treatment, and various tool steels and materials
• Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities for complex tooling issues and process improvements

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Mastercam).
• Experience with CNC programming (G-code, conversational programming).
• Welding and general fabrication skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles or Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Toolmaker, Die Maker, Tool and Die Technician, Precision Machininst, Die Setter, Tool Designer, Tooling Engineer, Mold Maker, Stamping Die Maker, Progressive Die Maker, Die Repair Technician, Fixture Maker, Jig Maker, Machining Technician, Pattern Maker, CNC Toolmaker, EDM Operator, Surface Grinder Operator, Lathe Operator, Milling Machine Operator

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.