Overview

Who we are

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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.

TRD is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Machinist.

This position will be 2nd shift from 2:30-11:00pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Load castings & raw material on designated pallets in accordance with setup instructions 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 OEE targets.
• Following the machine schedule, proactively verify the machines are configured correctly with appropriate tooling, available tool life, and fixtures as required.
• Perform required daily maintenance activities on assigned machine, recording activity on machine tablet. Includes general cleaning, coolant concentration checks and other general cleaning tasks.
• Coordinate with 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 robot from any alarms that may occur.
• Document machine and automation robot issues resulting in lost production in TRD tracking system with full details. Intention to diagnose root cause and corrective action of issue.

A successful candidate will have:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• AA degree completed trade course or relevant experience in CNC machinery.
• 3 years’ experience working in a highly dynamic, metric driven, close tolerance manufacturing environment, with responsibilities in machine operation, programming, and cutting tool selection and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge in machine tooling applications (eg. reamers, end mills, boring bars, taps, drills, etc.)
• Strong / proven organizational and verbal communication skills and attention to detail, required to coordinate with multiple machinists
• 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. …)

Computer Skills:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Project, PowerPoint)
• Professional communication via e-mail systems

Physical requirements are listed below but not limited to:

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Constant need to perform the following physical activities to perform service, maintenance or repair to equipment: Bend, stoop, climb, push or pull

A successful candidate may have:

• Knowledge of 5 axis CNC machine controls. (Heidenhain, Mazatrol experience is 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.

Special Skills:

• Forklift operating experience

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.
• Flexible work options based on business needs.
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.
• 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).

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

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.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.