Tool and Die Maker | Byron Center, MI

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

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in tool and die maker? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Byron Center seeking skilled Tool and Die Makers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Byron Center seeking experienced Tool and Die 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

• Interpret blueprints and design specifications to create tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Operate precision machine tools (e.g., lathes, mills, grinders, EDMs) to fabricate components.
• Assemble, fit, and test new and repaired tools and dies for proper function and accuracy.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot issues with existing tooling.
• Inspect finished tools and dies for quality, dimensional accuracy, and adherence to specifications.
• Repair and modify damaged or worn tools, dies, and production equipment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship program or 5+ years of equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in operating and setting up a variety of manual and CNC machine tools, including mills, lathes, grinders, and EDMs.
• Expert ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Skilled in the use of precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, and CMMs.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, heat treatment processes, and material properties for various metals and alloys.
• Proven aptitude for precision assembly, fitting, troubleshooting, and problem-solving to meet exact specifications.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with CNC programming and operation.
• - Proficiency in CAD/CAM software.
• - Knowledge of heat treatment processes for tooling.
• - Familiarity with advanced metrology equipment.
• - Experience with mold flow analysis.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool and Die Maker, Toolmaker, Die Maker, Die Setter, Tool Designer, Die Designer, Stamping Die Maker, Progressive Die Maker, Injection Mold Maker, Mold Maker, Fixture Maker, Jig Maker, Precision Machist, CNC Toolmaker, CNC Die Maker, CAD/CAM Toolmaker, Tool & Die Technician, Die Repairman, Tool Repairman, Machine Tool Builder, Die Builder

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.