CNC Programmer

Groupe SEB is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of small domestic appliances, cookware, and professional coffee equipment, renowned for its portfolio encompassing 35 iconic brands such as Tefal, Seb, Rowenta, Moulinex, Calor, Lagostina, Krups, and WMF. With operations spanning over 150 countries, the company runs more than 40 industrial production sites worldwide, delivering an impressive volume of products — approximately 11 each second. Groupe SEB’s commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a stimulating and engaging workplace environment where over 30,000 employees thrive and innovate.

SEB Professional North America, a subsidiary of Groupe SEB, specializes in professional coffee machines, offering premium equipment lines including Schaerer, WMF, and Curtis. These machines are trusted globally and featured in various high-profile settings such as hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, and convenience stores. Brands like McDonald’s, Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, Peet’s, and Tim Hortons serve coffee brewed with SEB Professional’s innovative coffee machines, reflecting the company’s dedication to delivering exceptional coffee experiences around the world.

The CNC Programmer role, located in Montebello, CA, offers a full-time, non-exempt position within the manufacturing sector. This position comes with an hourly wage ranging from $30 to $38, dependent on experience. The successful candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert in CNC programming, interpreting blueprints and translating these into precise setups for mills, lathes, and laser machinery to maintain critical tolerance limits. This ensures timely and accurate fabrication to support on-time delivery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The CNC Programmer functions with a high degree of autonomy, making informed decisions related to machine setup and programming. Additionally, the programmer acts as a backup to supervisory personnel, covering during their absence due to vacation or sick leave. This role also involves training other team members on programming and setup techniques, thereby building a strong bench strength within the team. This position requires proficiency with Turret machines, Laser, Panel Benders, and Safan equipment, along with deep collaboration with engineering teams on prototype development and tooling design.

Key responsibilities include conducting first article inspections, adjusting machine settings in compliance with established protocols, identifying and repairing tooling issues, and ensuring all operations adhere to IMS standards. The programmer will also perform simulations for new routings and bill of materials to support costing, source and obtain tooling quotes, and manage scrap control and reduction. Operational cleanliness and equipment maintenance, including the use of electric and hand pallet jacks, form part of the daily duties. This role demands excellent problem-solving skills, interpersonal capabilities, attention to detail, and effective communication to support seamless production operations.

This opportunity at SEB Professional North America not only offers a competitive salary but also a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous employer contributions, a 401(k) retirement plan with up to 9% employer matching after one year, an on-site gym, 12 paid holidays annually, and various voluntary benefits and discount programs. The company strongly supports equal employment opportunities, valuing diversity, and fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are respected and provided with equal chances for career growth and success.