Manufacturing Planner
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 15, 2026. LMI Aerospace scores B on the Alion truth index.
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 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 customer.
Position Summary
Perform responsibilities necessary to generate and update all production planning.
Position Responsibilities:
Generate all production planning documentation per customer specifications, engineering documents and models.
Generate manufacturing planning for rework work orders when needed.
Maintain manufacturing planning stays current and updated.
Generate, submit and track engineering questions to customers.
Coordinate customer responses with appropriate departments.
Validate outside vendors are approved to customers specifications.
Maintain part configuration by reviewing customer change notices, revision changes and PO changes.
Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) from customer engineering requirements.
Review customer specifications and engineering requirements to ensure all processes and procedures are being met.
Qualifications, Skills, Education, and Experience
High School Education or GED. Associate degree preferred but not required.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office, MRP/ERP system, CATIA/MASTERCAMor similar engineering software.
Experience in CNC machining and quality inspection techniques.
Comprehension of customer specifications andblueprints.
Understanding of CNC machine capabilities.
Must be self-motivated, organized, willing to learn and ready to work in afast-pacedenvironment.
Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements
This position will require an employee to perform the following functions effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Effective use of a computer keyboard.
Effective use of telephone and other applicable electronic communication equipment.
View and read documents, and computer monitors.
View machines and other operations as part of the manufacturing process.
Verbal communication with department managers and plant personnel.
Position will generally require sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Lift and carry a minimum of 10 lbs.
Occasional requirements may include standing for prolonged periods, walking, climbing stairs or ladders, kneeling, crouching, reaching, balancing, and lifting and carrying a minimum of 25 lbs.
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 636-916-2400for 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/VeteransEmployer
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 Americadoes 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 [email protected].