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PDL Prototype Machinist – The Toro Company

Production

Bloomington, Minnesota

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This is an exciting position that offers you the opportunity to build and take pride in the quality products that are trusted by homeowners, contractors, sports fields, golf courses, municipalities and more. If you have a solid job history, commitment to safety and like working with your hands, come join us. You can grow with us – with training, competitive pay, great benefits, and steady work.

Success Profile

What makes a successful Production employee at The Toro Company (TTC)? Here are the top traits we’re looking for:

  • Team Player
  • Positive
  • Responsible
  • Efficient
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Customer-Centric

Responsibilities

Job ID JR16905 Date posted 08/11/2026

PDL Prototype Machinist – The Toro Company

Schedule: Day Shift | Straight 8-hour Shift | Monday - Friday | Flexible Start Times | No Mandatory Overtime

Starting Pay: $40.00– $43.72 per hour, based on experience

(Opportunity to achieve PDL Prototype Machinist Journeyworker classificationup to $51 per hour & credentials from the state of MN)

If you love creating, solving problems, and bringing new ideas to life, this is your chance to work on cutting-edge prototypes - not repetitive production runs.

What Will You Do? 

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for the following: 

  • Program, set up, and operate CNC mills, CNC lathes, and 3D printers.

  • Turn concepts, sketches, and blueprints into real prototype parts.

  • Design custom work holding fixtures using Gibbs CAM software.

  • Perform your own setups, inspections, and machine adjustments.

  • Troubleshoot machining challenges and help develop new products.

  • Maintain equipment and keep a safe, organized workspace.

    What Do You Need? 

    To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: 

    • High school diploma or equivalent.

    • 4+ years of CNC Machining and Programming.

    • Positive, Can-Do Attitude.

    • Experience with CNC programming, manual machining, blueprint reading, work holding, and precision measuring tools.

    • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

    • Must be capable of using advanced mathematics, geometry, tables, and handbook formulas.

        Preferred Qualifications: 

        • Gibbs Cam experience.

        • CREO Cad software experience.

        • 5 Axis Milling experience.

        • 5 Axis Turning experience.

        • Associates degree in CNC machining or related vocation.

        Why You'll Love It?

        • Work on one-of-a-kind prototype projects.

        • Use advanced CNC technology and 3D printing.

        • Be part of bringing innovative products to life.

        • Modern, Clean, Air-Conditioned shop.

        What Can We Give You?   

        Competitive pay / benefits, steady weekday schedule, and opportunities to grow your skills.

        Who Are We?  

        The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens to venues such as St. Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in.  With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place to build a career. 

        At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities. 

        The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.

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        Benefits

        People are at the heart of what we do at TTC. And we strive to ensure our people have access to the resources and programs that will allow for a healthy lifestyle and build financial security for the future.

        • Health Care

        • Dental Care

        • 401(k) Retirement Plan

        • Paid Time Off

        • Holidays

        • Sick Days

        Ellie D.

        “We are a large family that supports each other. I get the opportunity to improve myself and show others that if you want something, nothing is out of reach. Without TTC I would not have had the chance to be who I am today.”

        Derek J.

        Paint/Weld Manager

        Culture

        At TTC, we have a long, proud history of putting our people first. Here, we are continually shaping a more sustainable, inclusive and innovative workplace where people and performance are valued equally and ethics are a way of life. Join us and become an integral part of the better tomorrow that we’re building.

        • Dependability, Stability & Career Growth

          We’re a company that’s been committed to delivering superior innovation and customer care since 1914. Come make an impact and build a lifelong career here driven by a greater purpose.

        • Inclusion

          TTC has a long, proud history of putting our people first. Grounded in values of excellence, integrity and belonging, we foster a safe, warm culture where you can be your true, authentic self, inside and outside of work.

        • Innovation

          We know what it takes to stay ahead of the curve. Across our global brands, we’re always finding new, innovative solutions to break new ground for the customers we serve.

        • Sustainability

          We’ve been longtime advocates for sustainability – and our sights are always on the future. Our commitment to the planet is deeply rooted in our genuine desire to help our customers solve their challenges in the most efficient way and improve the rapidly changing world in which we live.

        • Giving Back to the Local Community

          Volunteering enriches our workplace culture. That’s why we address the issues that are important to us as a company and to our employees by giving back to the community.

        A Day in the Life of a Professional Groundskeeper

        At TTC, team members continuously innovate to make an impact on our business, our customers and the world. Take an inside look with Larry DiVito, head groundskeeper for the Minnesota Twins, as he discusses how they prepare for the game day, and see the role our products play in achieving a quality finish.

        • Benefits

          We offer a full range of benefit options for your present and future needs including competitive salaries, 401(k)s, paid vacation days, and more.

        • Sustainability

          Sustainability is not a new concept for The Toro Company. It is deeply rooted in our purpose—to help our customers enrich the beauty, productivity and sustainability of the land.

        • Inclusion

          To be a truly successful and sustainable global company, we must treat each other with dignity, respect, and fairness.

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