Assembly and Paint Touch Up

Sonaca North America; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee assistance plan

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Sonaca North America is seeking an Assembly and Paint Touch Up specialist in Washington, MO. You will drill, deburr, assemble components, and apply touch up paint to ensure parts meet precise specifications.

Experience with sheet metal, blueprints, and precision measuring tools is preferred. This full-time role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or eligible for assessment.
• Previous aircraft experience or sheet metal experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to read instructions and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Follow specifications, work orders and blueprints to assemble and deburr sheet metal parts.
• Drill, rivet, fit parts, and inspect for conformance to specs.
• Apply touch up paint as needed and report any non-conformances to supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team communication

Reading documents

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Blueprints

Calipers

Job description

Title: Assembly and Paint Touch Up

Location: Washington, MO

Position Type: Full time

Requisition ID: R0015022

WHO ARE WE

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 11 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 an Assembler and Paint Touch Up. Our Assemblers primary functions would be drilling and deburring parts to ready for assembly, assembly of component parts including attaching parts together by installing ground studs, attaching nutplates or bonding as well as inspecting and applying touch up paint. In all actions, supports the Quality Policy, Mission Statement and other 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

• Work from and follow process specifications, work orders, blueprints, rework/rejection tags, schedules, schematics, layout & modification sheets, engineering orders and verbal/written instruction.
• Interpret document/instruction (above) to determine sequence and methods to assemble and repair sheet metal products.
• Pull parts from bin; report any shortages to Supervisor.
• Work 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 part to ensure that specifications are met.
• Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, and smooth surfaces.
• Apply touch up paint when necessary.
• Work off rework to engineering to eliminate non-conformance.
• Scrutinize every facet of job and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

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.
• Previous aircraft experience or sheet metal work is preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to put together work instructions and to assemble parts.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with team members on a regular basis.
• Prior experience with blueprints and precision measuring devices 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, 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?

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

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 636-916-2400 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

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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