CNC Machinist

The CNC Machinist III provides expert level machining capabilities to support advanced manufacturing operations at the Bristol site. This role independently sets up, operates, and optimizes CNC milling, turning, and grinding processes to produce complex, tight tolerance components while serving as a technical mentor and trainer for less experienced machinists. The position contributes to operational excellence by ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and workforce capability development.
The ideal candidate for this position can demonstrate the ability to:
1. Advanced CNC Machining & Setup - 40%
Independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC mills, lathes, and grinding machines
Select tooling, establish offsets, optimize feeds and speeds, and validate programs
Execute complex machining operations with minimal supervision
Resolve advanced machining and process issues impacting quality or throughput

2. Quality & Technical Ownership - 20%
Interpret complex blueprints, drawings, and GD&T requirements
Perform and validate first_article inspections and advanced in_process checks
Serve as escalation point for machining_related quality concerns
Ensure compliance with inspection plans, documentation, and quality systems

3. Mentorship, Training & Knowledge Transfer - 20%
Mentor and train Machinist I and II employees on machining techniques, setups, and best practices
Support onboarding, qualification cards, and skills progression requirements
Promote standard work, process discipline, and technical consistency

4. Safety, Compliance & Standard Work - 10%
Champion EHS policies, machine guarding, and safe operating practices
Ensure safe handling of tooling, grinding wheels, and machined components
Maintain organized work areas in accordance with 5S and workplace standards
Reinforce compliance with company policies and procedures

5. Continuous Improvement & Cross_Functional Collaboration - 10%
Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Programming on NPI, FAI, and process improvement initiatives
Identify opportunities to improve machining efficiency, scrap reduction, and cycle time
Support lean manufacturing and standardization efforts
Contribute technical insight to drive operational improvements

Required Qualifications:
10+ years of CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment
Demonstrated expertise operating CNC milling, turning, and grinding equipment
Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T proficiency
Proven ability to mentor and train other machinists
Strong problem_solving skills and safety_focused mindset
Proficient in basic computer skills, including data entry and Microsoft Office
Preferred
Experience machining high_performance plastics, composites, or tight_tolerance components
Experience supporting NPI, FAI, or process transfers
NIMS certification or equivalent advanced credentials
Salary information
Certain locations 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 potential candidates. Provided is the local pay range for this position, which is $30.00 to $45.00 per hour. This hourly pay rate offered can vary depending on location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for periodic bonus payments/an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount can be up to 5% of hourly rate based on company and individual performance measures. The total annual target cash range (Hourly Pay Rate plus Bonus, annualized (40 hrs/week 52wks for this position, is $65,500 to $98,200. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Saint-Gobain Benefits include:
Medical/Vision/Dental/Pharmacy - Starts Day 1 of employment
Short and Long Term Disability
Life and AD&D Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Volunteer Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match
Employer Funded Pension Plan
Group Legal Coverage
11 Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Matching Gifts Program
Pet Insurance
Paternity Leave
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.