CNC Machinist, Senior, Manufacturing - CPS

Saint-Gobain Group; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Shift differential

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Group is seeking a Senior CNC Machinist in manufacturing to optimize programs and support production of high‑performance plastic parts (PTFE, PFA, PVDF, PP). The role emphasizes tooling, jig/fixture creation, and ensuring accuracy for fluoropolymers. Collaboration with junior machinists and shop leads is required.

The position is 2nd shift, 1:00pm–9:30pm, on-site in Garden Grove. A $1.00 shift differential applies and a $1,000 signing bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in plastic CNC machining and programming preferred.
• Certification in National Tooling/Machining Association or equivalent preferred.
• High School degree preferred.
• AAS CNC Technology or Manufacturing Technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced machining and program optimization for precision plastic components.
• Improve CNC lathe and mill programs and rework parts as needed.
• Design and fabricate jigs and fixtures optimized for engineered polymers.
• Collaborate with team to troubleshoot machining issues and improve cycle times.

Skills

CNC Machining

Programming

Tooling management

Education

High School degree

AAS CNC Technology

Tools

CNC Lathe

CNC Mill

Job description

CNC Machinist, Senior, Manufacturing - CPS

1,000.00 Signing Bonus
CNC Machinist Senior, Manufacturing Pay Range $30.00 - $42.00 per hour, plus Overtime. M-F 2nd shift 1:00pm - 9:30pm. 2nd Shift $1.00 differential Plus Quarterly Bonus's paid.
If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.
We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

The Sr. CNC Machinist - Plastics Machining Specialist is a senior-level machinist responsible for advanced machining, program optimization, and production support for precision components manufactured from high-performance plastics including PTFE, PFA, PVDF, and PP.
This role focuses on CNC lathe and mill program improvements, precision rework of plastic parts, tooling management, and the design and fabrication of jigs and fixtures specifically optimized for machining engineered polymers. The machinist ensures machining processes account for material deformation, thermal expansion, and surface finish requirements typical of fluoropolymers and thermoplastics.
The CNC Machinist III collaborates closely with CNC Machinists Level I and II and Machine Shop Leads to troubleshoot machining issues, improve cycle times, maintain tooling systems, and support continuous improvement initiatives within the machine shop.

Is this job for you ?

• High School degree (Preferred)
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in CNC Technology or Manufacturing Technology or equivalent Preferred
• 3-5 years experience Plastic, CNC Machining and programming, tooling Manufacturing is preferred.
• Certification in National Tooling/Machining Association or equivalent is preferred.

A little more about us

Saint-Gobain’s innovations touch almost every major industry around the world, moving us forward, making meaningful connections, and inspiring us to go beyond the impossible. Within Mobility, our teams design and engineer critical, high-performance materials and proven solutions – most in challenging conditions and core systems that play an important part of our daily lives – as we drive to work or with family, fly on an airplane to explore the world, process samples for medical research, build a better rocket to go as far as we can in outer space; and dive deep under the sea to power our world. We are driven to collaborate with our customers and communities to improve and engineer the world of tomorrow!

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 360 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you’re empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [emailprotected].

Benefits in joining us

Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the national pay range for this position which is $30.00 to $42.00 per hour, plus $1.00 shift differential, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is up to 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $62,400 to $96,096 per year. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

At Saint-Gobain, our goal is to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support your well-being and improve daily life for you and your family. We value your contribution to our purpose, Making the World a Better Home, and your Total Rewards package aims to help you plan for the future you want.

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

• Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program