Tool Maker - Fremont Area

Job Description

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, and fixtures.

Interpret engineering blueprints, CAD models, and technical specifications.

Operate and program conventional and CNC machine tools (e.g., mills, lathes, grinders, EDMs).

Perform precision measurements using a variety of metrology equipment to ensure accuracy and quality.

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain existing production tooling and equipment.

Select appropriate materials and apply heat treatments for optimal tool performance and longevity.

Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize tool design and manufacturing processes.

Recommended Qualifications

Completed Tool Maker apprenticeship or 5+ years of equivalent experience.

Proficiency in operating and setting up conventional and CNC machine tools (mills, lathes, grinders, EDMs).

Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.

Expertise in using precision measuring instruments and performing quality inspections.

Strong understanding of metallurgy, tool steels, and heat treatment processes.

Bonus Qualifications

Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Mastercam).

Experience with CNC programming and operation.

Advanced metrology skills, including CMM operation or programming.

Specialized experience in mold making, die making, or jig/fixture design.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool and Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Jig and Fixture Maker, Precision Tool Maker, CNC Tool Maker, Tooling Technician, Manufacturing Tool Maker, Prototype Tool 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.

Full-time