Tool Maker - 2nd/3rd Shift
Listed on 2026-09-30
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Industrial Maintenance
Job Summary
Mac Lean-Fogg is hiring a Tool Maker at our Farmington Hills, Michigan manufacturing facility. In this skills-trade role, you will build, repair, inspect, and maintain cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, dies, and related components while operating tool room equipment.
- Location:
Farmington Hills, MI - Work Arrangement:
On-site - Schedule:
2nd Shift, Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM-11:00 PM; or 3rd Shift, Monday-Friday, 11:00 PM-7:00 AM - Pay: $25/hour
- Other Compensation: $1.00/hour shift premium for 2nd Shift and $1.25/hour shift premium for 3rd Shift
- Employment Type:
Full-time / Hourly - Overtime:
Occasional overtime may be required.
- Lay out, fit, assemble, repair, and rework cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, dies, machinists' hand tools, machine parts, and similar components.
- Set up and operate tool room equipment to produce new tools, parts, and components for machines and equipment.
- Read blueprints and work instructions to determine required machining and plan the layout and assembly of tooling or reproduce existing parts.
- Inspect parts, tools, and related components as required and perform bench work associated with assigned jobs.
- Assist with general maintenance or machine repair and rebuild work involving measuring, fitting, installation, or replacement of parts when toolmaking skills are needed.
- Lubricate, maintain, and care for tool room equipment, and keep assigned work areas and machines clean and orderly.
- Report unusual conditions or difficulties involving machines, tools, and equipment and complete required job or daily job records.
- Assist with training new hires or apprentices and provide the hand tools normally used in the journeyman trade as required for the role.
- High school diploma.
- Two or more years of related experience, technical education or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to interpret work instructions and follow written and verbal directions.
- Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
- Manual dexterity, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Eligible employees across Mac Lean-Fogg and its affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to support health, financial well-being, time away, and development. This position is eligible for benefits that include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
- Virtual healthcare resources
- Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities
- Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs
Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
Explore our full benefits and interactive resources: https://explore.benefits.macleanfogg.app
Pre-Employment RequirementsAfter a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen. Testing and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law.
About Mac Lean-FoggMac Lean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets.
Our portfolio includes Mac Lean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Thread strong. Across our companies, we share a commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship while investing in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities.
Equal Employment Opportunity & AccommodationsMac Lean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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