Tool and Die Maker – Spring Lake Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Spring Lake (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking Tool and Die Makers for opportunities in Spring Lake, MI. We connect skilled machinists with local manufacturers and provide placement support across Ottawa County.

Ideal candidates will read blueprints, set up lathes, mills and EDM equipment, and have strong measurement skills. Salary ranges from $60,000 to $95,000 per year, with opportunities across Michigan's Spring Lake area.

Qualifications

• Journeyman tool and die 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.
• Solid math and measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Math & measurement

Blueprint reading

Manual machining

CNC/EDM familiarity

Tolerance interpretation

Education

Journeyman tool & die card or apprenticeship

Tools

CAD/CAM programming

Job description

Job Description:

Tool and Die Maker | Spring Lake, MI

Salary Range: $60,000 – $95,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking 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 in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Spring Lake area seeking skilled 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 Spring Lake in Ottawa County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Fruitport, Nunica, and Ferrysburg.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Spring Lake area that seek Tool and Die Makers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

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

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

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.

Required Skills:

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Salary Package:

$ 60,000.00 – 95,000.00 (US Dollar)