About this opportunity
Tool & Die Systems LLC lists this Cnc Programmer / Machinist – Cradle-To-Grave opportunity in city of wixom, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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.
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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.
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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
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Machines, Controls & Software
You’ll work with equipment such as:
Machines:
Fadal CNC Mills
Bridgeport Machines
Neway Equipment
Brother CNC Machines
CAM Software:
Fusion 360
BobCAD-CAM
Mastercam
Inspection Tools:
Calipers
Micrometers
Standard shop inspection tools
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Materials You’ll Work With
Aluminum
Steel
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What We’re Looking For Required:
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 tolerances
Preferred (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
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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
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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 roles
Schedule:
Day Shift (standard shop hours)
Overtime: As needed
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Apply
Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.
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Worksite address
city of wixom, MI, 48393, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.