Precision Tool Maker — Dies, Jigs & Molds, West Michigan

the-pivot-group-careers; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is partnering with Grand Haven manufacturers to identify a skilled Tool Maker. This role focuses on fabricating and repairing dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges, while interpreting blueprints and GD&T to ensure tight tolerances.

You will set up and operate a range of manual tools and precision equipment, and troubleshoot tooling issues in daily production. Candidates should have 5+ years of Tool Maker or related experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and strong knowledge

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years as Tool Maker or similar.
• Experience operating manual lathes, mills and grinders.
• Ability to read blueprints,schematics and GD&T.
• Experience with various metals and alloys.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, repair, and modify dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and EDM.
• Interpret blueprints and 3D models to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform precision measurements using inspection tools.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues during production.
• Select materials and heat treatments for tooling.
• Maintain and repair production tooling for optimal performance.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Metalworking experience

Quality inspection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manual lathes

Manual milling machines

Manual grinders

EDM

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is partnering with Grand Haven manufacturers to identify a skilled Tool Maker. This role focuses on fabricating and repairing dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges, while interpreting blueprints and GD&T to ensure tight tolerances.

You will set up and operate a range of manual tools and precision equipment, and troubleshoot tooling issues in daily production. Candidates should have 5+ years of Tool Maker or related experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and strong knowledge