Parts Finishing Technician

Parts Finishing Technician

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 Parts Finishing Technician. Our technicians are responsible for finishing high-quality, detail parts including the operation/use of hand tools. Under supervision will learn to blend mismatches and edge break parts to customer specifications. Must function as a productive, contributing and responsible team member.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Review planning/engineering, work instructions and tooling to verify appropriate work process and quality requirements before starting job.

Utilize hand tools and small power tools, safely remove burrs and create edge breaks.

Inspect part dimensions to ensure part adhere 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 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 positively impact operations by reducing waste, reducing safety risks and improving quality.

Perform other tasks as directed by Supervision/Management including but not limited to assisting non-production plant and administrative tasks.

Hand Work Operators:

• Final product hand finishing
• Checking and straightening
• Flat pattern deburring and tab trimming

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.

1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment

Ability to use basic hand tools.

Ability to apply basic mathematical skills to the work environment (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).

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

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

Why Choose Sonaca North America?

We take care of our people.

• 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