Tool Maker

Job Title

Tool Maker

Position Location

Lansing, MI

 

Pay/hours for position

Payrate: $22-33 (Depending on Level of Experience)

 

Hours: 2nd Shift, 2:30pm-12:30am or 3:30pm to 1:30am Monday through Saturday (Sundays as needed)

 

*Must be available to train on 1st Shift

Requirements of position

Skills and Qualifications: 

 

 

Responsibilities of position

Responsibilities: 

In this role you are responsible for creating, maintaining, and repairing tools, jigs, fixtures, and dies, with a focus on precision machining and fabrication processes. Daily tasks may involve working with manual equipment such as lathes, mills, and grinders to craft high-quality tools and components. A strong understanding of material properties, including metals like steel and aluminum, is crucial for selecting the appropriate materials. The use of precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers to ensure accuracy. Troubleshooting is a key part of the role, as you must identify and fix issues related to tool wear, malfunction, or material flaws. 

 

Additionally, Tool Makers may modify existing tools to improve performance and meet production needs. This position requires physical dexterity, the ability to lift heavy equipment, and a comfort working in an industrial environment. Effective communication with engineers and team members is essential to meet deadlines and maintain workflow efficiency.