Assembler

About Us

Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. With 13 locations across North America, our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart. Since 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality, reliable, safe, and efficient products and services. Our team of experts utilizes the latest technologies and processes to stay ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry.

Responsibilities

• Work from and follow process specifications, work orders, blueprints, rework/rejection tags, schedules, schematics, layout & modification sheets, engineering orders, and verbal/written instruction.
• Interpret documents/instructions to determine sequence and methods to assemble and repair sheet metal products.
• Pull parts from bin; report any shortages to Supervisor.
• Work with different gauge/type of sheet metal aluminum according to product specifications.
• Clean components; load component parts onto jig/fixture.
• Drill, ream, rivet, fit, countersink, adjust, finish, and inspect parts to ensure specifications are met.
• Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, and smooth surfaces; call for inspection.
• Work off rework to engineering to eliminate non-conformance.
• Scrutinize every facet of the job and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred. Candidates without a diploma or equivalency will be required to take a pre-employment assessment.
• Previous aircraft experience or sheet metal work is preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to follow work instructions and assemble parts.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with team members on a regular basis.
• Prior experience with blueprints and precision measuring devices is a plus.
• Skilled at using a variety of small hand tools.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Noise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the manufacturing floor, including eye, ear, and foot protection.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-50 pounds.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution.
• Competitive wages.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources.
• Wellness program.
• Tuition assistance.

Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions.