Tool Maker | Wyoming, MI

Salary Range: $59,000 - $91,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for precision tooling and creating high-quality dies and molds? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Wyoming seeking experienced Tool Makers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Wyoming region seeking Tool Makers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate, repair, and modify precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures from blueprints or sketches.
• Operate a variety of machine tools including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM machines.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD models to determine tool dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform precision measurements using instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to ensure accuracy.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with existing tooling, implementing effective repair solutions.
• Select appropriate materials and apply heat treatments for tool construction and repair.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to optimize tool design and manufacturing processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Completion of a formal Tool & Die Maker apprenticeship or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in operating a wide range of manual and CNC machine tools (lathes, mills, grinders, EDMs).
• Expert ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Demonstrated skill in precision measurement using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMMs.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, heat treatment, and various tool steels.
• Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and repairing tooling.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Mastercam)
• Experience operating or programming CNC machining centers
• Demonstrated welding or fabrication skills relevant to tool repair/modification
• Familiarity with advanced metrology equipment, such as CMMs or optical comparators

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.