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Machinist green card sponsorship connects precision manufacturing talent with U.S. employers who need skilled CNC operators, tool-and-die specialists, and production machinists long-term. Most Machinist roles qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, requiring PERM labor certification before the employer can file the I-140 petition for permanent residency.
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Tool Crib Machinist, Manufacturing Pay Range $30.00 - $40.00 per hour (DOE), plus Overtime. M-F 1st shift 5: 00am - 1:30pm. Plus Quarterly Bonus's paid.
The Tool Crib Machinist is responsible for maintaining tooling inventory and supporting manufacturing operations through the repair, modification, fabrication, and distribution of tools, fixtures, gauges, and machine components. This role ensures tooling is available, properly maintained, and accurately tracked to support production efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
- High School degree (Preferred)
- Vocational or Technical Training in CNC Machinist or related field Preferred
- 3+ years CNC Machinist, tool room, or tool crib required
- 3+ years Knowledge of cutting tool, machining proceed and tooling applications
- Ability to operate manual machining equipment safely and efficiently, examine and analyze blueprints, sketched and computer related files, operating inspection equipment such as caliper, micrometers, heights gages and comparators is required.
- Basic computer skills and inventory management experience 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 SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
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 $40.00 per hour, 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 $58,240 to $86,944. 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
Job Reference: USA15655
WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
$1000.00 Signing Bonus
Tool Crib Machinist, Manufacturing Pay Range $30.00 - $40.00 per hour (DOE), plus Overtime. M-F 1st shift 5: 00am - 1:30pm. Plus Quarterly Bonus's paid.
The Tool Crib Machinist is responsible for maintaining tooling inventory and supporting manufacturing operations through the repair, modification, fabrication, and distribution of tools, fixtures, gauges, and machine components. This role ensures tooling is available, properly maintained, and accurately tracked to support production efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
- High School degree (Preferred)
- Vocational or Technical Training in CNC Machinist or related field Preferred
- 3+ years CNC Machinist, tool room, or tool crib required
- 3+ years Knowledge of cutting tool, machining proceed and tooling applications
- Ability to operate manual machining equipment safely and efficiently, examine and analyze blueprints, sketched and computer related files, operating inspection equipment such as caliper, micrometers, heights gages and comparators is required.
- Basic computer skills and inventory management experience 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 SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
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 $40.00 per hour, 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 $58,240 to $86,944. 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
Job Reference: USA15655
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Machinist
Document your machining certifications before applying
Gather your trade certifications, apprenticeship records, and technical credentials before targeting employers. PERM requires the employer to prove you meet the minimum job requirements, so your documentation directly shapes how the labor certification is written.
Target manufacturers with established HR infrastructure
Aerospace, automotive, and defense manufacturers run structured PERM programs through in-house counsel or retained immigration firms. Smaller job shops may want to sponsor but lack the HR capacity to manage DOL recruitment requirements and prevailing wage compliance.
Search Migrate Mate for verified green card sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. machining employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This saves you from cold-applying to employers who've never run a PERM case for a Machinist position.
Verify your wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search
Your PERM prevailing wage is tied to your SOC code and geographic area, not your personal salary history. Check the OFLC Wage Search for your specific metro area before accepting an offer to confirm the employer's wage meets DOL requirements.
Ask about the employer's PERM recruitment timeline upfront
PERM requires the employer to run a full DOL-compliant recruitment campaign before filing. That process typically takes several months before the labor certification even reaches USCIS review, so confirm the employer has started or is ready to start.
Review your O*NET occupation profile before interviews
The O*NET profile for your machinist SOC code defines the minimum education and experience DOL expects. If your background exceeds those minimums, the PERM job description must still reflect the actual minimum requirements, not your individual qualifications.
Green Card Machinist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Machinist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Machinist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires at least two years of training or experience but not an advanced degree. EB-2 is possible if the specific position requires a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, but that's uncommon for production machinist roles. Your employer's immigration attorney will evaluate the actual job requirements to determine the correct category.
How does green card sponsorship for a Machinist differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship via EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary work status. The employer must complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, demonstrating there are no qualified U.S. workers available, before filing the I-140 petition with USCIS. Unlike H-1B visa, there's no annual lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals from high-demand countries like India and China can face significant priority-date backlogs before their I-485 can be filed.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Machinist jobs?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history for manufacturing and machining roles, searchable by city and job type. This lets you focus your applications on employers who've run PERM cases before, rather than approaching companies with no prior sponsorship experience.
Can I change Machinist employers after my green card case is filed?
Yes, under AC21 job portability, you can change employers once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new Machinist role is in the same or a similar occupation. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition, so you don't lose your place in the backlog queue.
What does the PERM process require for a Machinist position specifically?
The employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL for the specific Machinist SOC code and work location, then conduct a DOL-prescribed recruitment campaign to test the U.S. labor market. For skilled trade positions, that recruitment typically includes job postings, newspaper ads, and internal notices. The employer must document that no qualified U.S. workers applied and were rejected for lawful reasons before DOL will certify the PERM application.