Tool Maker | Rockford, MI

Salary Range: $60,000 - $92,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Rockford seeking Tool Makers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Rockford region seeking Tool Makers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and assemble precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair on existing production tooling.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex tooling issues affecting manufacturing processes.
• Operate and program various machine tools, including CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and EDMs.
• Interpret engineering blueprints, CAD models, and technical specifications for tool construction.
• Conduct precise measurements using metrology equipment to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize tool performance and efficiency.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in precision machining techniques (milling, turning, grinding).
• Expertise in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints, schematics, and GD&T.
• Demonstrated ability to operate manual machining equipment (lathes, mills, surface grinders).
• Strong knowledge of metallurgy, material properties, and heat treatment processes.
• Skilled in using a wide range of precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
• Proven experience in tool fabrication, repair, and maintenance.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Mastercam)
• Experience with advanced machining techniques such as EDM or 5-axis milling
• Ability to program and set up CNC machines independently
• Knowledge of metrology equipment and CMM operation

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool and Die Maker, Mold Maker, Die Maker, Jig and Fixture Maker, Precision Tool Maker, Tool Room Machinist, CNC Tool Maker

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.