Raw Material Handler/Driver

Raw Material Handler/Driver

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. We have 10 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition.

Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Raw Material Handler/Driver. This role is responsible for performing shipping, receiving, delivery, and inventory daily departmental activities while also driving the truck to and from specified destinations such as plants, businesses, post offices, etc. This position is also responsible for all aspects of assisting the production operations. In all actions support Sonaca North America's Quality Policy, Mission Statement and other Company policies and procedures by supporting our commitment to total customer satisfaction, quality products and services, lean processes, continuous improvement, on-time delivery, safety, teaming, individual accountability, and respect for people.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Perform shipping, receiving, delivery, and inventory daily departmental activities
• Follow all applicable SP's, QAP's, and procedures
• Load/unload trucks using fork truck, pallet jack, and/or hand truck as needed and according to all safety regulations
• Unpack crates and boxes, check items for accuracy and damage and document accordingly
• If parts are incorrect, defective, or if paperwork is incomplete, place the receipt "on-hold" and follow up with the appropriate Sonaca North America plant or vendor to correct
• Accurately process all Jobscope system transactions related to shipping, receiving, and bin transferring
• Assist with production operations as needed; includes roll-forming skin panels
• Assist with maintenance of shipping and receiving files
• Assist with receipt of customer returns per QAP/SP
• Monitor and revise weekly I50 report
• Assist with production operations as needed
• Perform lean and 6S functions
• Assist in investigation/determination of the root cause of errors/issues and implementation of corrective action
• Drives delivery truck as needed throughout the day to and from customer site collecting and properly tracking all paperwork and making specified deliveries on time as directed while following all safety and quality standards
• Participate in ergonomic exercises
• Verifies load against shipping papers.
• Drives truck to destination.
• Prepares receipts for load picked up.
• Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations.
• Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
• Loads and unloads truck.
• Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
• Performs emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, fuses, tire chains, and spark plugs.
• Great customer service skills are needed for this job to interact with internal and external customers.
• Other duties as assigned

Travel Required

Education and Experiences

• High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred. Candidates that do not have a high school diploma or high school equivalency will be required to take a pre-employment assessment to be considered for the role.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Valid Class B CDL and clean DMV record.

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, but not limited to, eye, ear, and foot protection
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-50 pounds

Why Choose Sonaca North America?

• 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

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an "at will" basis and may be terminated at any time.

Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company's online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America's Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.

Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.

Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity /Disability/Veterans Employer

Notice on Fraudulent Job Offers

It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Sonaca North America and/or its affiliates ("LMI Aerospace").

This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites, or through fake e-mails or call from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process.

Sonaca North America does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre-employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings.

Sonaca North America has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning Sonaca North America, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.