Tool & Die Maker — Craft High-Precision Tools & Fixtures

the-pivot-group-careers; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Hudsonville, Michigan is actively seeking a Tool and Die Maker to join their manufacturing-focused network. You will design and build tooling, interpret blueprints, and work with CNC machines to support production across partner plants.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED and an accredited apprenticeship or equivalent experience, with strong skills in machining, precision measurement, and reading technical drawings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited apprenticeship program or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining processes including milling, turning, grinding, and EDM.
• Expertise in precision measurement tools and techniques.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and build new tools, dies, fixtures, and gauges.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair on existing tooling.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with production tooling to minimize downtime.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and 3D models to determine tooling specifications.
• Operate a variety of machine tools, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDMs.
• Select appropriate materials and heat treatments for tooling components.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize tooling performance.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machining processes

Precision measurement

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Apprenticeship program or equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Mastercam

CNC programming

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Hudsonville, Michigan is actively seeking a Tool and Die Maker to join their manufacturing-focused network. You will design and build tooling, interpret blueprints, and work with CNC machines to support production across partner plants.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED and an accredited apprenticeship or equivalent experience, with strong skills in machining, precision measurement, and reading technical drawings.