Aerospace CNC Machinist – 4‑Day Week (M–Th)

Sonaca North America; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with a%

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee assistance plan

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Sonaca North America in Missouri is seeking a Machinist (Mon-Thu, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm) to operate CNC and conventional machines to fabricate precision parts. Load parts, cycle machines, and monitor operations to detect tool wear or malfunctions.

Read basic dimensions from blueprints and ensure parts meet tolerances. Maintain a safe, organized work area, perform daily machine maintenance, and complete paperwork accurately.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Trade school in machining preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Math skills for basic calculations.
• Read measuring equipment (calipers/micrometers).
• Attention to detail and focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining center.
• Check and monitor parts being run.
• Read basic dimensions and tolerances from blueprints.
• Ensure quality standards are met.
• Produce the proper quantity per machine cycle time.
• Deburr and blend machined parts.
• Perform daily machine maintenance (fluid levels, chips, coolant cleanliness).
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time.

Skills

Math calculations

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Concentration

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Machining trade school preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Sonaca North America in Missouri is seeking a Machinist (Mon-Thu, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm) to operate CNC and conventional machines to fabricate precision parts. Load parts, cycle machines, and monitor operations to detect tool wear or malfunctions.

Read basic dimensions from blueprints and ensure parts meet tolerances. Maintain a safe, organized work area, perform daily machine maintenance, and complete paperwork accurately.