Tool Maker - Fremont Area

Tool Maker | Fremont, MI

Salary Range: $62,000 - $95,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Fremont seeking Tool Makers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Fremont seeking Tool Makers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and assemble precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Operate conventional and CNC machine tools (e.g., lathes, mills, grinders, EDM) to achieve required tolerances.
• Interpret complex engineering blueprints, CAD models, and technical specifications for tool construction and repair.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of existing production tooling to minimize downtime.
• Conduct precision measurements using metrology equipment (e.g., micrometers, calipers, CMM) to ensure tool quality and accuracy.
• Select appropriate materials, heat treatments, and surface finishes for tooling applications.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve tooling issues and optimize manufacturing processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tool Maker or in a precision machining role.
• Proficiency in operating manual and CNC machine tools (mills, lathes, grinders, EDM).
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, schematics, and GD&T.
• Expertise in using precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
• Solid understanding of various metal properties, heat treatment processes, and tooling materials.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software.
• Experience in CNC programming and setup.
• TIG/MIG welding experience for tool repair.
• Familiarity with advanced metrology equipment (e.g., CMM).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool & Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Precision Machinist, CNC Tool Maker, Tooling Technician, Jig and Fixture Maker

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.