Tool and Die Maker – Holt Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Delhi Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is actively seeking Tool and Die Makers to connect with Holt-area manufacturers in Michigan’s Ingham County. Roles span setup, repair, and precision machining, with a salary range of $58,000 to $92,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Opportunities cover tool and die work with stamping dies, molds, and fixtures. Strong blueprint literacy and CNC/EDM familiarity are valued as part of our networked approach to skilled trades in the Holt region.

Qualifications

• Solid math and measurement skills.
• Journeyman tool and die maker card or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Strong manual machining skills on lathe, mill, and surface grinder.
• Ability to read blueprints and work to tolerances within thousandths of an inch.
• Experience building and repairing stamping dies or molds.
• Familiarity with CNC and EDM operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and sharpening on existing tooling.
• Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Document work and communicate tooling status to production and engineering.
• Build and repair stamping dies, molds, and fixtures from drawings and specifications.
• Set up and operate lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM equipment.
• Read blueprints and CAD models to plan machining steps and tolerances.
• Fit, assemble, and hand-finish die components to tight tolerances.
• Troubleshoot die problems and make adjustments during production runs.

Skills

Math and measurement

Blueprint reading

Tolerance adherence

Education

Journeyman tool and die maker card or equivalent apprenticeship

Tools

CNC machining

EDM operation

Lathe & milling

Job description

Job Description:

Tool and Die Maker | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $58,000 – $92,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in tool and die maker? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Holt area seeking Tool and Die Makers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. 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. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Tool and Die Maker opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Holt in Ingham County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Holt area seeking Tool and Die Makers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and sharpening on existing tooling.
• Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Document work and communicate tooling status to production and engineering.
• Build and repair stamping dies, molds, and fixtures from drawings and specifications.
• Set up and operate lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM equipment.
• Read blueprints and CAD models to plan machining steps and tolerances.
• Fit, assemble, and hand-finish die components to tight tolerances.
• Troubleshoot die problems and make adjustments during production runs.

Recommended Qualifications

• Solid math and measurement skills.
• Journeyman tool and die maker card or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Strong manual machining skills on lathe, mill, and surface grinder.
• Ability to read blueprints and work to tolerances within thousandths of an inch.
• Experience building and repairing stamping dies or molds.
• Familiarity with CNC and EDM operation.

Bonus Qualifications

• Forklift or overhead crane certification.
• CAD or CAM programming experience.
• Welding and heat treating knowledge.
• Experience with progressive and transfer dies.
• Lean manufacturing or 5S background.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Journeyman Tool and Die Maker, Die Repair Technician, Tool Room Machinist, Mold Maker, Stamping Die Technician, Machine Tool Operator, CNC Machinist, Die Maker, Toolmaker

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, The Pivot Group Network 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.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Access Support Machinery Salary Hiring Partnerships SolidWorks Recruiting Compensation Inspection Manufacturing Specifications Programming AutoCAD Materials Preparation Software Maintenance Design Engineering

Salary Package:

$ 58,000.00 – 92,000.00 (US Dollar)