Tool Maker - Newaygo Area
$57,000–$89,000 year
On-siteNewaygo, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, shapers, and grinders while reading blueprints and schematics to determine specifications. Design and fabricate jigs, fixtures, gauges, and cutting tools for production processes, then inspect finished tools using precision measuring instruments. Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain existing tooling and dies, and perform heat treatment processes to achieve desired hardness and durability. Collaborate with engineers and production staff to improve tool design and manufacturing efficiency. This posting connects candidates with partner companies in Newaygo that value quality over speed, offering salary ranges from $57,000 to $89,000 depending on experience.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in the setup and operation of manual machining equipment (lathes, mills, grinders)
- Ability to interpret and work from complex blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges)
- Strong understanding of GD&T principles and application
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose tooling issues
- Experience with heat treatment processes and material properties
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with CAD/CAM software for tool design and programming
- Certification in a specialized machining process (e.g., EDM, CNC programming)
- Ability to perform quality inspections using CMM or other metrology tools
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.