Parts Finishing Technician

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 10 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

• Review planning/engineering, work instructions, and tooling to verify appropriate work process and quality requirements before starting a job.
• Utilize hand tools and small power tools to safely remove burrs and create edge breaks.
• Inspect part dimensions to ensure adherence to blueprint specifications and identify any quality issues.
• Read and interpret blueprints to verify configuration meets requirements.
• Utilize measuring equipment such as gauges, scales, calipers, etc.
• Perform accurate and timely completion of all job order documentation and associated paperwork, part counts, tie-in information, etc.
• Participate in the Team-Based Corrective Action process to resolve quality/safety issues.
• Work with team members and others using Lean/Continuous Improvement processes to develop and utilize process improvements that reduce waste, safety risks, and improve quality.
• Perform other tasks as directed by Supervision/Management, including assisting with non-production plant and administrative tasks.
• For Hand Work Operators: Final product hand finishing, checking and straightening, flat pattern deburring, and tab trimming.

Requirements

• High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred. Candidates without a diploma or equivalency will be required to take a pre-employment assessment.
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) in the work environment.

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.
• Must meet physical requirements for wearing respirators, including pulmonary function tests (PFTs), respirator fit tests, and other medical evaluations.

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.