Tool Maker | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $57,000 - $89,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for precision tooling and creating high-quality dies and molds? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Ludington seeking Tool Makers to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Ludington 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

• Design, fabricate, and assemble precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Perform routine maintenance, repair, and modification of existing tooling and machinery.
• Operate a variety of manual and CNC machine tools, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDMs.
• Interpret complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to create tooling.
• Conduct precise measurements using metrology instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to tool performance, wear, and production quality.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams on tool design improvements and problem-solving.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in tool making, precision machining, or a related field.
• Proficiency in operating manual and CNC machine tools (lathes, mills, grinders) for precision fabrication and repair.
• Expertise in reading blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, and using precision measuring instruments.
• Solid understanding of various tool steels, heat treatment, and advanced assembly techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Completion of a recognized Tool & Die apprenticeship or an Associate's degree/technical certification in a related discipline.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software.
• Experience operating and programming CNC machinery.
• TIG welding experience for tool repair and modification.
• Familiarity with advanced metrology equipment (e.g., CMM, optical comparators).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Maker, Tool and Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Jig and Fixture Maker, Precision Machinist, CNC Tool Maker, Tooling Technician

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.