Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Saint-Gobain High Performance Solutions - Life Sciences, Composites & Mobility; California, Garden Grove (MO, CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative leader in high-performance materials as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer. This role offers the opportunity to leverage your engineering expertise to drive efficiency and quality improvements in manufacturing processes. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage projects, and collaborate with department leadership to implement systematic changes. With a commitment to innovation and a culture that fosters professional growth, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact across various industries, from mobility to medical research. This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking company that values creativity and collaboration.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Safety Gear

Annual Bonus

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive engineering experience required.
• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement projects to improve efficiency and quality.
• Manage teams focused on productivity improvements.
• Create and update manufacturing documentation.

Skills

Analytical Skills

CNC Processes

Blueprint Reading

FMEA/PFMEA Analysis

Problem-Solving

Proactive Safety Mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

MRP Systems (SAP, QAD)

Job description

Why do we need you ?

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Omniseal - Garden Grove, CA

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 recognized as a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator. Our culture of innovation is driven by nearly 200,000 passionate team members worldwide, committed to improving lives through our efforts.

Job Summary

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will leverage experience and judgment to plan and achieve goals with minimal supervision. They will use cross-functional leadership, technical expertise, and communication skills to launch new products and enhance profitability of existing products in manufacturing.

• Identify and implement projects to improve efficiency, reduce scrap, and enhance product quality, including capital and WCM projects.


• Manage teams focused on productivity improvements.


• Collaborate with department leadership to implement systematic changes effectively.


• Lead facility improvement projects, supporting maintenance and 5-S initiatives.


• Work with production staff to resolve manufacturing issues promptly.


• Create and update manufacturing documentation, procedures, specifications, drawings, and train personnel accordingly.

Is this job for you ?

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (required)


• Master's Degree in Engineering (preferred)


• 7+ years of progressive engineering experience (required)


• Strong analytical skills, proactive safety mindset, problem-solving urgency, knowledge of CNC processes, blueprint reading, and FMEA/PFMEA analysis (required)


• Familiarity with MRP systems like SAP or QAD (required)


• 5+ years machining/toolroom experience (preferred)


• Six Sigma Green Belt (preferred)

About Us

Saint-Gobain touches nearly every major industry worldwide, designing high-performance materials for challenging conditions—from mobility to space exploration, medical research, and deep-sea applications. We foster innovation, collaboration, and respect, creating an environment where ideas thrive and careers grow. With over 360 years of legacy, we offer stability, agility, and opportunities for professional development. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the world.

Our culture emphasizes respect, open communication, and commitment to our customers and each other. Working together transforms good ideas into great innovations.

Compensation & Benefits

We provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including a pay range of $89,500 to $138,500 annually. The actual base pay varies based on location, experience, and other factors. The position is eligible for an annual bonus of approximately 12%, with a total target cash compensation between $100,240 and $155,120. Bonus payments depend on performance and are not guaranteed.

Employees can choose from various benefits to suit their needs, including health, retirement, additional perks, and role-specific provisions such as safety gear.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, supporting applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.