Tool Maker - Holt Area

Tool Maker | Holt, MI Salary Range: $58,000 - $90,000 depending on experience Are you a skilled professional with a passion for precision tooling and creating high-quality dies and molds? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Holt seeking experienced Tool Makers. The Opportunity We are collaborating with multiple companies in Holt seeking experienced Tool Makers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals. Key Responsibilities Design, fabricate, and assemble precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges. Perform complex machining operations using manual and CNC equipment to achieve tight tolerances. Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain existing production tooling and equipment. Interpret blueprints, schematics, and CAD models to determine tool specifications. Conduct meticulous inspection of finished tools and components using precision measuring instruments. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize tool design and manufacturing processes. Select appropriate materials and heat treatments for tools based on application requirements. Recommended Qualifications Completion of a recognized Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship program or equivalent journeyman experience. Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and applying GD&T principles. Extensive experience with precision machining techniques, including milling, turning, grinding, and EDM, using both manual and CNC equipment. Demonstrated expertise in using a wide range of precision measurement tools, such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and CMMs. Strong knowledge of various tooling materials, heat treatment processes, and their applications. Proven ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex tooling and dies. Bonus Qualifications Proficiency with CAD/CAM software for tool design and programming. Experience with advanced machining techniques (e.g., 5-axis milling, wire/sinker EDM programming). Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement methodologies. Prior experience in prototyping or R&D environments. Job Titles That Should Apply Tool Maker, Tool and Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Tooling Technician, CNC Tool Maker, Precision Machinist Why Pivot Group The Pivot Group 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. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group 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.