Tool Maker - Whitehall Area

Tool Maker | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $60,000 - $92,000 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 is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Whitehall seeking skilled Tool Makers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Whitehall 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

• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to plan and execute tool fabrication.
• Fabricate, machine, and assemble precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Operate a variety of machine tools including lathes, mills, grinders, and CNC equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance, repair, and modification of existing tooling.
• Inspect finished tools for accuracy, functionality, and adherence to quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related issues impacting manufacturing processes.
• Select appropriate materials and heat treatments for optimal tool performance.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience operating and programming precision machining equipment (manual and CNC mills, lathes, grinders, EDM).
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, CAD models, and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of metrology and skilled in using precision measuring instruments.
• Proven ability to build, repair, and maintain complex tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Completion of a formal Tool Maker apprenticeship or equivalent 5+ years of relevant experience.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with advanced CAD/CAM software.
• Experience with multi-axis CNC programming and operation.
• Familiarity with CMM programming and advanced metrology techniques.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Maker, Toolmaker, Tool & Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Precision Machinist, CNC Tool Maker, Jig & Fixture Maker, Tooling Technician, Manufacturing Tooling Specialist

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.