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10 of the Most Popular Types of Tool Setter Jobs in 2026

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To pursue a career as a tool setter, you need a high school diploma or GED certificate and to complete an apprenticeship under the supervision of an experienced tool setter. To succeed in a tool setter job, you need knowledge of machine shop safety and guidelines and a willingness to undergo on-the-job training. A background in manufacturing, aerospace, quality control, and CNC machines is preferable. Some employers require candidates to have knowledge of tooling layouts and paperwork. You also need physical stamina for working on your feet for long durations. Other job qualifications include strong communication and organizational skills.

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Top Types Of Tool Setter Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Tool Setter positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Traveling Tool Die

    Salary range: $44,500 - $59,000

    Traveling Tool Die is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Traveling Tool Die jobs pay between $44,500 (25th percentile) and $59,000 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Traveling Tool Die job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Freelance Tool Die Makers

    Salary range: $52,000 - $65,500

    Freelance Tool Die Makers is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Freelance Tool Die Makers jobs pay between $52,000 (25th percentile) and $65,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Freelance Tool Die Makers job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Tool Die Designer

    Salary range: $51,500 - $62,500

    Tool Die Designer is a typical job search query Most salaries for Tool Die Designer jobs pay between $51,500 (25th percentile) and $62,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Tool Die Designer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Tool And Die Manager

    Salary range: $76,500 - $97,500

    Tool And Die Manager is a typical job search query Most salaries for Tool And Die Manager jobs pay between $76,500 (25th percentile) and $97,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Tool And Die Manager job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Progressive Stamping

    Salary range: $30,000 - $39,500

    Progressive Stamping is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Progressive Stamping jobs pay between $30,000 (25th percentile) and $39,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Progressive Stamping job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Tool Room Assistant

    Salary range: $37,000 - $55,500

    Tool Room Assistant is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Tool Room Assistant jobs pay between $37,000 (25th percentile) and $55,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Tool Room Assistant job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Tool And Die Maker Apprentice

    Salary range: $40,000 - $68,000

    A tool and die maker apprentice receives skilled on-the-job training in tool and die making. Through your apprenticeship, you learn the basics of manufacturing these products. You train with an experienced tool and die maker until you are able to complete tasks on your own. Your responsibilities include cutting various pieces of tooling, making jigs and fixtures, and creating molds. You learn how to run all trade-related machines. In this role, you also learn how to read a blueprint. Other duties include computing and verifying the dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of workpieces.

  • Tool And Die Maker

    Salary range: $52,000 - $65,500

    Tool And Die Maker is a popular job search query. Most salaries for Tool And Die Maker jobs pay between $52,000 (25th percentile) and $65,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Tool And Die Maker job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Full Time Maker Space

    Salary range: $26,500 - $40,500

    Full Time Maker Space is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Full Time Maker Space jobs pay between $26,500 (25th percentile) and $40,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Full Time Maker Space job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Treat Maker

    Salary range: $29,500 - $40,000

    Treat Maker is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Treat Maker jobs pay between $29,500 (25th percentile) and $40,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Treat Maker job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.