Machinist 1st Shift

TRD Toyota Racing Development Company; United States; On-site; USD 86,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teamwork and respect

Tuition reimbursement

Vehicle purchase discount

Lease vehicle program

Health care and wellness plans

Flexible work options

Job summary

TRD Toyota Racing Development is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to operate 5-axis CNC machines in a high‑volume automotive environment. You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, load tooling, and follow SOPs to ensure precision and on‑time production.

You must have 5+ years in CNC manufacturing, knowledge of Heidenhain/Mazatrol controls, GD&T, and strong measurement skills. Competitive salary, benefits, and a 5% travel requirement support your career growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and/or AA degree or trade school in machining.
• Knowledge of 5 axis CNC machine controls (Heidenhain, Mazatrol preferred).
• 5+ years in a dynamic CNC manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC cutting tools and measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed blueprints with GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Mfg. Engineering to optimize machining processes and improve efficiency.
• Diagnose and correct machine tool geometry issues using inspection data.
• Follow the production schedule and verify tooling, life, and fixtures.
• Load castings and materials on pallets for 5 axis CNC machining in automation.
• Maintain machines to meet Quality and OEE targets and document activity.
• Coordinate with QC to validate part quality and resolve issues.
• Build and verify cutting tools per tool list; ensure 100% tool build accuracy.

Skills

5-axis CNC

Heidenhain/Mazatrol experience

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Tool selection & maintenance

Education

High School diploma and/or AA degree or trade school

Tools

Heidenhain ITNC 530/640

Mazatrol

CNC machine controls

Job description

Overview

Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

TRD inspires the hearts and minds of racing fans, Toyota team members, customers, and the driving public. We are dedicated to advancing automotive engineering and maximizing racetrack success. We partner with the finest race teams and drivers who share our passion, and our actions foster an atmosphere of excellence. In our pursuit of becoming the most respected and premier motorsports engineering organization in the world, we are looking for highly motivated applicants for our available positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Mfg. Engineering to optimize machining processes, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements to improve efficiency and quality
• Assist maintenance personnel with the diagnosis and correction of machine tool geometry concerns using part inspection data
• Follow the production schedule and proactively verify machines are configured correctly with appropriate tooling, available tool life, and fixtures as required
• In accordance with SOP’s and drawing set up instructions, load castings & raw materials on designated pallets for 5 axis CNC machining in an automated environment
• Ensure all machines are running in accordance with the daily published schedule, and with objectives to meet established Quality and OEE targets
• Perform required daily maintenance activities on assigned CNC machine and record activity on machine tablet. This includes detailed cleaning, coolant concentration checks, and other general cleaning tasks
• Coordinate with the QC department to validate part quality from QC reports. For any non-conforming issues, validate part setup, tool builds, fixture requirements and machine geometry and coordinate data with QC and Manufacture Engineering to achieve the required resolution and expected quality
• Recover machines and automation robots from any alarms that may occur and resume production
• Document machine and automation robot issues resulting in lost production in TRD tracking system with full details with the intention to diagnose root cause and corrective action of issue
• Retrieve and/or build cutting tools in accordance with defined tool list requirements, verifying 100% tool build accuracy

A successful candidate will have

• High School diploma AND AA Degree or completed trade school study relevant toward CNC machine manufacturing
• Knowledge of 5 axis CNC machine controls (Heidenhain, Mazatrol experience is preferred), with the ability to select, retrieve and run programs
• 5+ years’ experience working in a highly dynamic, metric driven, close tolerance CNC manufacturing environment, with responsibilities in machine operation, programming, and cutting tool selection and maintenance
• Strong knowledge of CNC cutting tools (eg. reamers, end mills, boring bars, taps, drills, etc.)
• Ability to read, follow and provide constructive feedback on internal Standard Operating Procedures
• Familiarity of G & M Code programming techniques (Heidenhain, Mazatrol experience preferred)
• Ability to read and understand detailed blueprints with advanced GD&T experience
• Competent with various forms of measuring equipment (e.g. micrometers, calipers, gauge pins, go/no-go gauges, etc.)
• Ability to work in a self-supervised environment
• Computer Skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Project, PowerPoint)

Special Skills

• Knowledge of 5-axis CNC machine controls. (Heidenhain, Mazatrol experience preferred), with the ability to select, retrieve, and run programs
• Strong background in working with 5-axis milling machines
• Hands‑on experience working with Heidenhain ITNC 530/640 and Mazatrol & machine controls
• Direct experience with root cause analysis associated with CNC machine tools, cutting tools, and human performance
• Passion for precision and efficiency
• Experience working in and maintaining a shop floor with a 5S culture
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Working experience utilizing published SOP’s including SOP revision

Travel Requirements: 5% travel (for training as required)

What we’ll bring

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Flexible work options based on business needs

The annual base salary range for this position is $86,300.00 - $140,300.00.

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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Career Possibilities

Team members get to be the pioneers that design, develop and improve the next generation of automotive brilliance. The passion for working on the future of mobility fuels people at all levels, the company's success and progress.