The Pivot Group Network
Tool Maker | Charlotte, MI
Salary Range:
$54,000 - $86,000 depending on experience
Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for precision tooling and creating high-quality dies and molds? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Charlotte seeking skilled Tool Makers.
The Opportunity We are partnering with organizations in Charlotte 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.
Key Responsibilities
Design, build, and modify precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
Operate and set up a variety of machine shop equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and CNC machines.
Interpret complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Perform routine and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of existing tooling.
Conduct precision measurements using metrology tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to ensure dimensional accuracy.
Collaborate with engineers and production staff to optimize tool design and manufacturing processes.
Select appropriate materials and heat treatments for tool fabrication based on application requirements.
Recommended Qualifications
Proficiency in operating manual and CNC machine tools (mills, lathes, grinders, EDMs).
Strong ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Expertise in precision measurement techniques and metrology instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
Solid understanding of metallurgy, material properties, and heat treatment processes.
Completion of a formal Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship or 5+ years of equivalent experience.
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with CAD/CAM software for tool design and CNC programming.
Proficiency in advanced metrology equipment, such as CMMs.
Familiarity with EDM or Wire EDM processes.
Knowledge of heat treatment processes for various tool steels.
Job Titles That Should Apply Tool Maker, Tool and Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Precision Machinist, CNC Tool Maker, Jig and Fixture Builder
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.
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$54,000 - $86,000 depending on experience
Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for precision tooling and creating high-quality dies and molds? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Charlotte seeking skilled Tool Makers.
The Opportunity We are partnering with organizations in Charlotte 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.
Key Responsibilities
Design, build, and modify precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
Operate and set up a variety of machine shop equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and CNC machines.
Interpret complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Perform routine and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of existing tooling.
Conduct precision measurements using metrology tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to ensure dimensional accuracy.
Collaborate with engineers and production staff to optimize tool design and manufacturing processes.
Select appropriate materials and heat treatments for tool fabrication based on application requirements.
Recommended Qualifications
Proficiency in operating manual and CNC machine tools (mills, lathes, grinders, EDMs).
Strong ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Expertise in precision measurement techniques and metrology instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
Solid understanding of metallurgy, material properties, and heat treatment processes.
Completion of a formal Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship or 5+ years of equivalent experience.
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with CAD/CAM software for tool design and CNC programming.
Proficiency in advanced metrology equipment, such as CMMs.
Familiarity with EDM or Wire EDM processes.
Knowledge of heat treatment processes for various tool steels.
Job Titles That Should Apply Tool Maker, Tool and Die Maker, Die Maker, Mold Maker, Precision Machinist, CNC Tool Maker, Jig and Fixture Builder
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.
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