Machinist 1st Shift

Toyota North America • Costa Mesa, CA

4d • $86,300 - $140,300 • Onsite

About The Position

TRD is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Machinist to join their team. This role involves collaborating with manufacturing engineering to optimize machining processes, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements. The machinist will also assist maintenance with machine tool geometry concerns, follow production schedules, and ensure machines are configured correctly with appropriate tooling and fixtures. Responsibilities include loading materials for 5-axis CNC machining, performing daily maintenance on CNC machines, coordinating with QC for part quality validation, recovering machines and automation robots from alarms, and documenting production issues. The role also requires retrieving and building cutting tools accurately and contributing to root cause analysis.

Requirements

• 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
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Project, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working experience utilizing published SOP’s including SOP revision.
• Forklift operating experience

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

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree