Tool & Die Maker: Precision Tooling & CNC Specialist

Flex-N-Gate LLC.; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, prescription, vision,

401(k) retirement savings plan with 公司

Safety training and tuition assistance

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate LLC is seeking a skilled Tool Maker in Grand Rapids, MI to build, repair and maintain tools, dies, fixtures, and molds from blueprints or CAD designs. You will work closely with Engineering, Production and Maintenance to ensure tooling supports safe, high-quality manufacturing operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a Tool & Die apprenticeship or equivalent training, and 3+ years of experience in automotive tooling environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training.
• 3+ years of experience as a Tool Maker in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.
• Trade License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds from blueprints or CAD designs.
• Repair and maintain tooling to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Operate manual and CNC machines including lathes, mills, grinders and EDM.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Interpret complex technical drawings, CAD files, and work instructions.
• Support production teams by providing tooling solutions.
• Comply with quality systems and safety procedures.
• Builds dies from blueprints, drawings, last-off status cards and supervisor lineups.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve tooling issues.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the tool room and wear PPE as required.

Skills

Time Management

Development and Continual Learning

Problem Solving

Accountability and Dependability

Research Analysis

Decision Making and Judgement

Providing Consultation

Ethics and Integrity

Mathematical Reasoning

Coaching and Mentoring

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training

Provincial Trade License or equivalent experience preferred

Tools

CNC Machines

CAD Drawings

Job description

Flex-N-Gate LLC is seeking a skilled Tool Maker in Grand Rapids, MI to build, repair and maintain tools, dies, fixtures, and molds from blueprints or CAD designs. You will work closely with Engineering, Production and Maintenance to ensure tooling supports safe, high-quality manufacturing operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a Tool & Die apprenticeship or equivalent training, and 3+ years of experience in automotive tooling environments.