Tool Maker - Fremont Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Fremont Township (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Fremont, MI is sourcing Tool Makers for regional manufacturers who value quality tooling. This role focuses on designing and building tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges, with a strong emphasis on precision and GD&T.

Candidates bring a minimum of 5 years in precision machining and tool making, plus proficiency with manual and CNC machines, blueprints, and 3D models. Opportunities align with career growth and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in precision machining and tool making.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Skilled in operating manual and CNC machinery, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDMs.
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles and application.
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations related to tool design and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Design and build new tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on existing tooling.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related production issues.
• Operate a variety of machine tools, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDMs.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and 3D models to create precision components.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize tool performance and design.

Skills

Reading blueprints

GD&T principles

Mathematical calculations

Team collaboration

Education

Tool & Die apprenticeship program

Tools

Manual & CNC machinery

Lathes, mills, grinders, EDMs

Job description

Tool Maker | Fremont, MI

Salary Range: $56,000 - $88,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for precision tooling and creating high-quality dies and molds? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Fremont seeking skilled Tool Makers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Fremont that are adding Tool Makers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build new tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on existing tooling.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related production issues.
• Operate a variety of machine tools, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDMs.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and 3D models to create precision components.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize tool performance and design.

Recommended Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in precision machining and tool making.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Skilled in operating manual and CNC machinery, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDMs.
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles and application.
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations related to tool design and fabrication.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool and Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Precision Machinist, CNC Tool Maker, Journeyman Tool Maker, Tooling Fabricator, Machine Tool Builder, Prototype Tool Maker, Jig and Fixture Builder

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.

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.