Tool Maker | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $59,000 - $91,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for precision tooling and creating high-quality dies and molds? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Allegan seeking experienced 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 partner with manufacturers across Allegan seeking Tool 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

• Fabricate, repair, and modify various tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to determine specifications.
• Operate a range of precision machinery, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM equipment.
• Perform precise measurements and inspections using metrology tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex tooling issues, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
• Select appropriate materials and heat treatment processes for tool construction.
• Maintain and calibrate tooling to ensure accuracy and adherence to quality standards.

Recommended Qualifications

• Completion of a Tool & Die Maker Apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Journeyman Tool Maker.
• Proficient in operating conventional and CNC machine tools (mills, lathes, grinders, EDMs).
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles and their application.
• Experience with various measuring instruments and inspection techniques.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool and Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Precision Machinist, CNC Tool Maker, Journeyman Tool Maker, Master Tool Maker, Tooling Fabricator, Fixture Maker, Model 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.