Toolmaker

Toolmaker

Company: HWX Enterprises
Locations: Warren, MI · Troy, MI · Auburn Hills, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly (Direct Hire)

Position Summary

HWX Enterprises is seeking an experienced Toolmaker for multiple direct-hire opportunities with our clients in the aerospace and advanced manufacturing sectors.

This position requires a highly skilled individual capable of independently building, modifying, and repairing complex tooling and fixtures. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to collaborate across departments to ensure projects meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and production timelines.

These are permanent, long-term positions with strong production demand and advancement opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of machine tools including grinders, engine lathes, Bridgeport mills, and other manual shop equipment

• Fabricate, modify, and repair tooling, fixtures, and components

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, material specifications, and GD&T

• Plan machining processes by reviewing work orders, dimensions, tolerances, and material requirements

• Coordinate tooling projects with other departments to ensure alignment with production and quality standards

• Lead and support team members on assigned projects

• Enforce quality control and safety procedures

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

• Inspect completed work using precision measuring instruments

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; technical training preferred

• Minimum 7 years of toolmaking or shop experience , including leadership or team lead responsibilities

• Experience building and modifying fixtures in aerospace manufacturing environments

• Strong blueprint reading skills and GD&T knowledge

• Proficient with precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.)

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

• Highly motivated, dependable, and team-oriented

• Strong work ethic with ability to work independently and collaboratively

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and rotate trunk

Schedule

Day Shift

• Monday–Friday (8–10 hour shifts)

• Saturday (6–8 hours)

• Weekend availability required

Standard work schedule averages approximately 56 hours per week, including Saturday shifts. Consistent overtime is available and expected due to strong production demand.

Relocation assistance is not provided.
Valid driver’s license required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Short- and Long-Term Disability

• 401(k) with 50% employer match

• Personal days

• Paid vacation

Equal Opportunity Employer

HWX Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Instructions

Please send resumes to:

[email protected]