Tool and Die Maker – Manistee Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Michigan; On-site; USD 57,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is actively seeking skilled Tool and Die Makers for opportunities in the Manistee region of Michigan. Roles involve inspecting parts, building dies, and operating CNC/EDM equipment to tight tolerances. This network connects qualified candidates with manufacturing employers across the state.

Employment is full-time with competitive compensation. Applicants should be comfortable reading blueprints, measuring to thousandths, and performing routine maintenance on tooling.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Solid math and measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform preventive maintenance and sharpening on existing tooling.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tolerance to thousandths

Manual machining

Quality control

Mathematics

Education

Journeyman tool and die maker card

Tools

CNC machining

EDM operation

CAD/CAM (SolidWorks AutoCAD)

Lathe

Milling

Surface grinder

Job description

Job Description:

Tool and Die Maker | Manistee, MI

Salary Range: $57,000 - $91,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling as a tool and die maker? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the Manistee area seeking experienced Tool and Die Makers to strengthen their teams.

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 Manistee in Manistee County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Filer City, Frankfort, Elberta, and Kaleva.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Manistee region seeking Tool and Die 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.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform preventive maintenance and sharpening on existing tooling.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Solid math and measurement skills.
• Journeyman tool and die maker card or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Strong manual machining skills on lathe, mill, and surface grinder.

Bonus Qualifications

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

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.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers 3D Support Salary Hiring Partnerships SolidWorks Recruiting Compensation Components Inspection Quality Control Manufacturing Programming AutoCAD Preparation Software Maintenance Design Science Training Communication

Salary Package:

$ 57,000.00 - 91,000.00 (US Dollar)