Precision Tool & Die Maker — Leading Tooling & Production (Whitehall)

the-pivot-group-careers; Atlanta (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is partnering with Whitehall companies to add Tool and Die Makers to their teams. We are building our network across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region we serve.

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. The opportunity emphasizes quality over speed in hiring.

Qualifications

• Formal apprenticeship in Tool and Die Making or related field.
• 5+ years of setup, operation, and maintenance of manual and CNC equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specs.
• Strong knowledge of metallurgy and heat treatment processes.
• Experience with precision measurement tools and quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Design and build new tools, dies, and fixtures.
• Repair and maintain existing tooling to ensure production continuity.
• Operate machine tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM machines.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and 3D models to determine tooling requirements.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, gauges.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to improve tooling designs and efficiency.

Skills

apprenticeship

blueprint interpretation

metallurgy knowledge

precision measurement

troubleshooting tooling

Education

Formal apprenticeship in Tool and Die Making

Tools

CNC machinery

CAD/CAM software

Job description

The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is partnering with Whitehall companies to add Tool and Die Makers to their teams. We are building our network across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region we serve.

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. The opportunity emphasizes quality over speed in hiring.