Prototype & Tool Room Machinist

TRAK Machine Tools (TMT)
📍 Rancho Dominguez, CA | 🕒 Full-Time
💰 $80,000 – $100,000 annually
🛠 1st Shift | M-F | 6am-2:30pm

Build What’s Next in CNC Technology

At TRAK Machine Tools, we don’t just run parts — we invent the machines that make them. We’re looking for a highly skilled Prototype & Tool Room Machinist who loves solving problems, working with engineers, and bringing ideas to life in metal.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your craftsmanship directly influences next-generation CNC machine tools used by shops across the country.

🧠 What You’ll Do

• Machine high-precision prototype parts for new machine designs and R&D testing
• Work side-by-side with engineering teams to improve designs and manufacturability
• Design, build, and modify fixtures, jigs, and custom tooling
• Support production and assembly with one-off and low-volume components
• Inspect and verify parts using precision measurement tools
• Contribute ideas to refine manufacturing processes and product performance

🛠 What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of machining experience (prototype or R&D environment strongly preferred)
• Strong blueprint reading & GD&T skills
• Experience with manual and CNC machines (setup & operation)
• Working knowledge of CAD/CAM (Mastercam, Fusion 360, SolidWorks CAM, or similar)
• Basic G-code programming experience
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other inspection tools
• A creative, detail-driven problem solver who enjoys collaboration

⭐ Bonus Points

• Experience with ProtoTRAK controls
• Background machining one-off or low-volume prototype parts
• CMM or advanced digital inspection experience

🏆 Why TRAK Machine Tools?

For over 50 years, TRAK Machine Tools has been a leader in CNC innovation. Our ProtoTRAK® controls empower machinists to work smarter, faster, and more intuitively — and we’re proud to support American manufacturing with products built in the USA.

Here, your work isn’t hidden behind a production queue — it directly shapes the machines used by thousands of machinists nationwide.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary ($80K–$100K DOE)
• Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays & vacation bonus
• Long-term career growth & advanced skill development

🚀 Ready to build the future of CNC?

If you thrive in a tool room environment, love precision work, and want your skills to influence real-world machine design — we want to hear from you. Apply today and put your craftsmanship to work where it truly matters.