Tool Maker - Walker Area
Quick Summary
Tool Maker | Walker, MI Salary Range: $58,000 - $90,
We are partnering with organizations in Walker that are seeking Tool Makers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Fabricate, repair, and modify tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges.
- →Interpret blueprints, sketches, and 3D models to determine dimensions and tolerances.
- →Set up and operate a variety of machine tools, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDMs.
- →Perform precision measurements using a wide range of inspection tools.
- →Troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related production issues.
- →Maintain and repair existing production tooling and equipment.
- →Collaborate with engineers and production staff on tool design and improvement.
Requirements
~1 min read- Journeyman Toolmaker certification or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Expertise in operating a wide range of machine tools, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM machines
- Strong understanding of metallurgy, heat treatment, and material properties
- Demonstrated ability to use precision measuring instruments and perform quality inspections
- Experience with CAD/CAM software for design and programming
- Experience with CAD/CAM software for tool design and programming.
- Familiarity with EDM and/or laser cutting processes.
- Certification in a relevant skilled trade (e.g., machining, tool and die making).
- Proven ability to mentor or train junior tool makers.
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
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The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.
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Listing Details
- First seen
- September 25, 2026
- Last seen
- September 27, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 1
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 56%
- Scored at
- September 27, 2026
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