At a Glance
Company: Tool & Die Systems LLC
Location: Wixom, MI (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $56,000 - $85,000 per year (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift (typical shop hours)
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ years)
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Why This Role Exists
Tool & Die Systems (TDS) is continuing to grow its CNC machining capabilities across production, tooling, and assembly work.
This role exists to support a steady flow of new parts and programs - from prototype through production - with a strong focus on ownership, efficiency, and quality.
You'll play a key role in taking parts from print to production in a shop that handles everything from machining to kitting and assembly.
The Work You'll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
Program, set up, and run CNC parts from print to completion (cradle-to-grave) Create fixtures, jaws, and workholding solutions for new parts Prove out new programs and transition jobs into production Populate and maintain tooling sheets for all new jobs Troubleshoot machine issues, crashes, or process problems and get jobs back up and running Identify and implement process improvements to reduce cycle times and improve efficiency Work closely with the team to maintain production flow and part quality
Machines, Controls & Software
You'll work with equipment such as:
Machines:
Fadal CNC Mills Bridgeport Machines Neway Equipment Brother CNC MachinesCAM Software:
Fusion 360 BobCAD-CAM MastercamInspection Tools:
Calipers Micrometers Standard shop inspection tools
Materials You'll Work With
Aluminum Steel
What We're Looking ForRequired:
5+ years of CNC machining experience Strong programming, setup, and troubleshooting ability Experience taking parts from print to production independently Ability to create fixtures and workholding solutions Comfortable optimizing processes and improving cycle times Ability to read blueprints and work to tight tolerancesPreferred (Not Required):
Experience with Fadal, Bridgeport, Neway, or Brother machines Experience with Fusion 360, BobCAD, or Mastercam Experience in a job shop or high-mix environment
Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists choose Tool & Die Systems because:
You're not just running parts - you own the full process Variety of work (production, tooling, fixtures, assembly support) Small team environment where your input actually matters Opportunity to improve processes and make a real impact Stable workload with a mix of prototype and production work
Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range: $56,000 - $85,000 per year (DOE)
Benefits:
Competitive compensation based on experience Stable, full-time work environment Opportunities to grow into more advanced programming and process rolesSchedule:
Day Shift (standard shop hours)Overtime: As needed
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Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.
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