Tool Maker - Lansing Area

Salary Range: $61,000 - $93,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for precision tooling and creating high-quality dies and molds? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Lansing seeking Tool Makers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are partnering with organizations in Lansing 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 Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

• Design, fabricate, and assemble precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges from blueprints or CAD models.
• Operate and maintain various machine shop equipment, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM machines.
• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and modifications on existing tooling to ensure optimal performance and extend lifespan.
• Troubleshoot complex tooling problems, diagnose root causes, and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements to ensure accuracy and quality of manufactured tools.
• Select appropriate materials, heat treatments, and surface finishes for tool components based on application and performance requirements.
• Conduct thorough inspections and quality checks of finished tools and components using precision measuring instruments.

• Completion of a recognized Tool & Die Maker apprenticeship or vocational program.
• Proficiency in operating precision machining equipment (manual and/or CNC mills, lathes, grinders).
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, schematics, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Demonstrated experience in the fabrication, repair, and maintenance of various tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Expertise in using a wide range of precision measuring instruments and inspection techniques.
• Solid understanding of metallurgy, material properties, and heat treatment processes relevant to tooling.

• Advanced CAD/CAM software proficiency for complex tool design and simulation.
• Experience operating CMMs or other advanced metrology equipment for quality assurance.
• Demonstrated ability in tooling design optimization for manufacturability or cost reduction.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

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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.