Tool Maker | Hart, MI

Salary Range: $58,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Hart seeking Tool Makers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Hart that are adding Tool Makers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate, repair, and modify dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Set up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and EDM.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and 3D models to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform precision measurements using a wide range of inspection tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tooling issues to ensure optimal production performance.
• Maintain and repair existing production tooling.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to improve tooling designs and processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a formal apprenticeship program or vocational training in tool making is highly preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a Tool Maker in a manufacturing environment, demonstrating proficiency in fabricating, altering, and repairing tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, scheCAD models, and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, heat treatment, and various machining processes (milling, turning, grinding, EDM).
• Expertise in operating manual and CNC machine tools, precision measuring instruments, and hand tools.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve complex tooling issues, with a focus on continuous improvement and quality.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Maker, Journeyman Tool Maker, Precision Tool Maker, Mold Maker, Die Maker, Machinist - Tool Room, Tool and Die Maker, Jig and Fixture Builder, Prototype Tool Maker, CNC Tool Maker

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.