TMMMO Skilled Die Build Team Member

Toyota North America; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting hourly rate of $36.00 with a

3 year grow-in rate up to $48.95

Shift premium $1.50 for PM shifts

Quarterly attendance and safety bonus

Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Comprehensive health care and wellness

Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan with match

Paid holidays and paid time off

Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if)

Job summary

Toyota Manufacturing seeks a Skilled Die Build Technician to repair and produce casting dies for aluminum cylinder heads supporting engine production across North American plants. The role emphasizes CAM programming and CNC operation in a heavy manufacturing setting.

You will interpret blueprints, perform welding and machining, modify dies for quality, and log daily activities while working shifts that may include overtime, weekends, and holidays; a 2-year AAS or equivalent experience is

Qualifications

• AAS in Precision Machining or 2 years of related experience.
• Experience programming using CAM and operating CNC equipment.
• Experience operating manual machining equipment (lathe, mill, surface grinder).
• Experience using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators).
• Ability to read/interpret mechanical blueprints and specifications.
• Experience assembling and finishing dies with welding and machining.
• Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge; problem-solving ability.
• Willingness to work any shift, overtime, holidays, weekends, shutdowns.

Responsibilities

• Program using CAM and operate CNC equipment.
• Operate manual machining equipment such as lathe, mill, surface grinder.
• Use precision instruments to verify part dimensions and tolerance.
• Interpret mechanical blueprints and specifications.
• Perform welding, grinding, machining, hand finishing and fabrication.
• Make die modifications for surface quality and accuracy.
• Assemble and disassemble dies and die components.
• Operate cranes and industrial vehicles; conduct emergency repairs.
• Maintain daily logs of activities, issues, and progress.
• Work in a team setting to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.
• Stand and walk 10-12 hours per shift; tolerate non-climate-controlled environment.

Skills

CAM programming

CNC machines

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Problem solving

Teamwork

Electrical knowledge

Education

AAS in Precision Machining

Tools

CAM software

CNC equipment

Job description

Overview

Who we are

Toyota Manufacturing is looking to develop new innovative solutions to support the future of mobility, and values being a member of a local and global community. We offer an inclusive team environment that values “respect for people” and we are a company with a rich history and an exciting future to pursue your professional dreams. Along with great pay, amazing benefits, and a stable work environment – Toyota Manufacturing has it all.

Who we are

Toyota Manufacturing is looking to develop new innovative solutions to support the future of mobility, and values being a member of a local and global community. We offer an inclusive team environment that values “respect for people” and we are a company with a rich history and an exciting future to pursue your professional dreams. Along with great pay, amazing benefits, and a stable work environment – Toyota Manufacturing has it all.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Die Build Department is looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Skilled Die Build Technician. The primary responsibility of this role is repair and produce casting dies used to manufacture aluminum cylinder heads that support the engine production and ultimately automobile production for all Toyota plants in North America.

What we offer

• Starting hourly rate of $36.00 with a 3 year grow-in rate up to $48.95
• $1.50 hourly shift premium for PM shifts
• Quarterly attendance and safety bonus
• Current hiring for the following shifts:
  • Weekday PM, 8pm-6:30am, Mon-Thurs
  • Weekend PM, 6pm-6:30am, Fri-Sun *

(* Weekend shift is 36 hours, but paid 40 hours)

What you’ll be doing

• Program using CAM and operate CNC equipment
• Operate manual machining equipment i.e. lathe, mill, surface grinder
• Utilize precision measurement instruments i.e. calipers, micrometers, dial and test indicators, gauges
• Interpret mechanical blueprints
• Perform welding, grinding, machining, hand finishing and fabrication
• Perform die modifications for surface quality and accuracy
• Assembly and disassembly of dies and die components
• Operate cranes and industrial vehicles
• Conduct emergency repairs
• Work in a team setting
• Log daily book entries to communicate activities, issues, and progress of work
• Solve problems to improve safety, quality, and productivity
• Stand and walk 10-12 hours per shift
• Work in non-climate-controlled environment (hot in the summer, cool in the winter)

What you bring

• A 2-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in a related field or 2 years of Precision Machining experience/Military experience

• Experience programming using CAM and operating CNC equipment

• Experience operating manual machining equipment i.e. lathe, mill, surface grinder

• Experience using precision measurement instruments i.e. calipers, micrometers, dial and test indicators, gauges

• Experience interpreting mechanical blueprints

• Experience assembling, welding, grinding, machining, and hand finishing dies to maintain quality

• Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge

• Demonstrated ability to solve problems

• Technical knowledge and skills in the following areas: Tool & Die, Welding, Machining

• Available to work any shift including overtime, holidays, weekends, and shutdowns

• Perform basic administrative skills including documentation of work performed by written/electronic methods

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• 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
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

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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