Tool Maker Jobs
Tool Maker jobs are open across manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and defense industries, from entry-level apprentice to senior and lead positions, with specializations in injection molds, precision dies, and fixture tooling. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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About the company:
Viant is a global medical device partner providing design, development, manufacturing, and assembly services through capabilities in materials, plastics, metals, extrusion, and automation. With nearly 6,000 employees across 24 locations worldwide, it delivers high quality, life enhancing products with scale and expertise to bring devices to market efficiently. Learn more at Viant Medical’s website or on LinkedIn.
Join Viant Medical – Where Your Craft Impacts Lives
Are you ready to make a difference in patients’ lives every day?
What You’ll Do
- Build Precision Molds: Construct high-precision thermoplastic injection molds using engineering drawings, CAD/CAM models, and technical specs.
- Collaborate on Design: Work with engineering teams to optimize mold designs for gating, venting, cooling, and ejection systems.
- Machine with Accuracy: Operate CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and EDM machines to produce mold components with tight tolerances and excellent surface finishes.
- Maintain Tooling Excellence: Perform maintenance and repairs on Class A molds to ensure consistent performance and longevity.
- Ensure Quality: Inspect mold components using micrometers, calipers, and CMMs to meet exacting standards.
- Solve Problems: Troubleshoot mold issues and implement improvements to enhance performance and part quality.
- Document Work: Keep detailed records of mold builds, modifications, and maintenance for traceability and continuous improvement.
- Prioritize Safety: Follow strict safety protocols and handle materials responsibly in a clean, organized shop environment.
What You Bring
- Experience: Proven hands-on experience with Class A thermoplastic injection molds in a manufacturing or tooling environment.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in blueprint reading, CAD/CAM interpretation, CNC programming, and precision machining.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex mold and process issues.
- Attention to Detail: Commitment to quality and accuracy in every step of the mold-making process.
- Team Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively with engineers, technicians, and production teams.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to meet evolving project needs in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
- Safety Awareness: Knowledge of shop safety practices and a proactive approach to maintaining a safe workspace.
If you’re passionate about craftsmanship and want to be part of a mission-driven company that improves lives through innovation, Viant Medical is the place for you.
Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
About the company:
Viant is a global medical device partner providing design, development, manufacturing, and assembly services through capabilities in materials, plastics, metals, extrusion, and automation. With nearly 6,000 employees across 24 locations worldwide, it delivers high quality, life enhancing products with scale and expertise to bring devices to market efficiently. Learn more at Viant Medical’s website or on LinkedIn.
Join Viant Medical – Where Your Craft Impacts Lives
Are you ready to make a difference in patients’ lives every day?
What You’ll Do
- Build Precision Molds: Construct high-precision thermoplastic injection molds using engineering drawings, CAD/CAM models, and technical specs.
- Collaborate on Design: Work with engineering teams to optimize mold designs for gating, venting, cooling, and ejection systems.
- Machine with Accuracy: Operate CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and EDM machines to produce mold components with tight tolerances and excellent surface finishes.
- Maintain Tooling Excellence: Perform maintenance and repairs on Class A molds to ensure consistent performance and longevity.
- Ensure Quality: Inspect mold components using micrometers, calipers, and CMMs to meet exacting standards.
- Solve Problems: Troubleshoot mold issues and implement improvements to enhance performance and part quality.
- Document Work: Keep detailed records of mold builds, modifications, and maintenance for traceability and continuous improvement.
- Prioritize Safety: Follow strict safety protocols and handle materials responsibly in a clean, organized shop environment.
What You Bring
- Experience: Proven hands-on experience with Class A thermoplastic injection molds in a manufacturing or tooling environment.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in blueprint reading, CAD/CAM interpretation, CNC programming, and precision machining.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex mold and process issues.
- Attention to Detail: Commitment to quality and accuracy in every step of the mold-making process.
- Team Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively with engineers, technicians, and production teams.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to meet evolving project needs in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
- Safety Awareness: Knowledge of shop safety practices and a proactive approach to maintaining a safe workspace.
If you’re passionate about craftsmanship and want to be part of a mission-driven company that improves lives through innovation, Viant Medical is the place for you.
Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Milwaukee Tool5
- Challenge Manufacturing3
- Flex-N-Gate3
- laborup3
- Applied Materials2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing32
- Automotive13
- Chemicals & Materials5
- Electronics & Hardware4
- Staffing & Recruiting4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tool maker jobs.
- Proficiency with manual mills, lathes, and surface grinders for precision part production
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering blueprints and GD&T symbols
- Ability to hold tight tolerances, typically within tenths of a thousandth of an inch
- Familiarity with CNC machining centers and basic G-code or CAM software
- Associate degree, technical diploma, or completed apprenticeship in tool and die or machining
- Knowledge of metrology tools including micrometers, calipers, CMMs, and optical comparators
Tips for Your Tool Maker Job Search
Quantify your tolerance achievements on your resume
List the tightest tolerances you've held consistently, the materials you've machined, and the equipment you've run. Hiring managers scan for specifics like ±0.0005" or five-axis CNC experience, not general phrases like 'detail-oriented machinist.'
Filter openings by your strongest machine type
Tool maker postings vary widely by specialty. Search by equipment type, such as EDM, jig boring, or CNC milling, to surface roles where your hands-on experience matches the shop's primary workflow and you'll be competitive from day one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tool maker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Document your toolroom portfolio before interviewing
Photograph or sketch representative tooling projects, including before-and-after repair work, complex fixtures, or first-article parts you qualified. Shops rarely see candidates walk in with visual proof of craftsmanship, and it sets you apart immediately.
Ask about the shop's inspection equipment during interviews
Asking about CMMs, optical comparators, or surface plates signals that you work to print and care about quality. It also tells you whether the shop invests in modern metrology, which affects your daily workflow and long-term skill development.
Negotiate shift preference and overtime expectations upfront
Many tool rooms run second or third shift, and overtime during production launches is common. Clarify shift structure and typical weekly hours before accepting an offer so the schedule aligns with your situation and avoids surprises after your start date.
Tool Maker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tool makers?
The companies hiring the most tool makers right now include Milwaukee Tool, Challenge Manufacturing, and Flex-N-Gate, with the largest share of openings in Wisconsin, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Automotive suppliers, aerospace manufacturers, and precision plastics companies consistently account for a large portion of active tool maker openings nationwide.
How many tool maker jobs are remote?
About 0% of tool maker openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most toolroom work. The sub-areas most likely to include remote or hybrid arrangements are CAD or CAM design roles and tool engineering positions that focus on programming and project coordination rather than direct machine operation.
How do you become a tool maker?
Most tool makers start by completing a formal apprenticeship through a union, community college, or employer program that combines classroom instruction with supervised shop work. After the apprenticeship, you work as a journeyman in a toolroom building molds, dies, or fixtures, gradually taking on tighter tolerances and more complex projects. Earning certifications in precision machining or metrology and expanding your CNC programming skills accelerates advancement into senior or lead tool maker roles.
Can you get a tool maker job with little or no experience?
Yes, many shops hire entry-level candidates as tool maker trainees or apprentices if you demonstrate mechanical aptitude, basic measuring tool skills, and a willingness to learn on the floor. Completing even a short precision machining course, showing familiarity with calipers and micrometers, and bringing in any hands-on metalworking project, whether from a class or a hobby shop, makes a meaningful difference in landing your first role.
What does the tool maker interview process look like?
Tool maker interviews typically begin with a technical screen where the hiring manager or shop supervisor reviews your blueprint reading ability and asks about the tolerances and equipment you've worked with. Many shops follow that with a hands-on skills test at a machine or bench, asking you to measure parts, read a drawing, or demonstrate basic setups. Final interviews often cover your experience with specific materials, your approach to troubleshooting tooling problems, and your availability for the shift the shop needs covered.
Where can I find and apply to tool maker jobs?
You can find and apply to tool maker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your skills, machine experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits. New positions are added regularly, so checking back often gives you the best chance of catching fresh openings before they fill.
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