Precision Jig and Fixture Toolmaker

100Hires, Inc.; Shelby Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Smith Brothers Tool Company in Shelby Charter Township seeks skilled machinists to build high-precision jigs and fixtures. You will translate drawings and GD&T concepts into finished tooling, working across fabrication, assembly, and inspection in a hands-on shop environment.

You will review 3D CAD models, measure critical dimensions with metrology tools, and ensure tolerance stack-up is correct. Team collaboration and safety are essential as overtime is available.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years building precision jigs and fixtures with strong blueprint-reading ability and working knowledge of GD&T.
• Comfort reading 3D CAD models and confirming dimensions/tolerances with precision measurement and hand metrology tools.
• Manual machining proficiency (mills, lathes, grinders) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review customer prints, GD&T, and 3D CAD to plan builds; identify reference points and datums.
• Cut, fit, and finish components using manual lathes, Bridgeport mills, and grinders; prepare simple fabrication sketches as needed.
• Assemble jigs and fixtures to exacting specifications; verify critical dimensions with precision metrology tools.
• Inspect completed assemblies for function and accuracy; repair or rework legacy tooling when required.

Skills

GD&T

Blueprint Reading

Manual Machining

Hand Metrology

3D CAD

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Job description

Shape precision. Build reliability. Own the craft.At Smith Brothers Tool Company, your day starts with a customer print and ends with a finished tool that runs right the first time. You’ll translate drawings and models into impeccably built jigs, fixtures, and tooling—moving fluidly between fabrication, assembly, inspection, and troubleshooting. It’s hands-on, detail-obsessed work with weekly payroll and overtime currently available.A day in the shopReview customer prints, GD&T, and 3D CAD to plan your build—identify reference points, locate tooling holes, and define datums.Cut, fit, and finish components using manual lathes, Bridgeport mills, and grinders; prepare simple fabrication sketches as needed.Assemble jigs and fixtures to exacting specifications; verify critical dimensions with precision metrology tools.Inspect completed assemblies for function and accuracy; repair or rework legacy tooling when required.Team up with engineers and fellow builders to resolve fit, tolerance stack-up, and assembly issues while keeping a clean, safe, and organized workspace.What you bring3–5 years building precision jigs and fixtures with strong blueprint-reading ability and working knowledge of GD&T.Comfort reading 3D CAD models and confirming dimensions/tolerances with precision measurement and hand metrology tools.Manual machining proficiency (mills, lathes, grinders) preferred.Solid shop math, creative problem-solving, clear communication, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.Compensation & benefitsHealth, dental, and vision insurance100% company-paid life, accident, and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid holidays and PTOWeekly pay; overtime is currently availableEmployment eligibilityDue to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident status is required. No sponsorship available.Equal Employment OpportunitySmith Brothers Tool Company is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.ProficienciesGD&TMachine Building/AssemblingPrecision Measurement & Hand MetrologyManual Machining SkillsBlueprint Reading