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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.\nSince 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.\nPosition Summary\nWe are currently seeking a Press Brake Operator for 2nd shift. Our fabricators work independently and in concert with others to perform processes necessary to efficiently and effectively fabricate detail parts. The operator must function as a productive, contributing and responsible member of his/her work team. In all actions, supports 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.\nPay Range - $20 - $24 per hour - DOE\nShift differential is additional on top of hourly wages.\nESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES\nFollows all company and work center specific production, administration and safety policies and procedures\n\nAttends and actively participates in all required training\n\nReviews manufacturing planning, part-specific engineering information, set-up information and/or related instructions to understand appropriate work process and quality requirements for completed product\n\nFor machine dependent operations, selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures and/or cutting tools, attachments, accessories and material to machines (i.e. set-up machine) and starts and observes machine operation during first part production to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions\n\nUses gauges, scales, calipers, mylars and/or blueprints, customer tools and other measuring equipment to check first part quality\n\nNotifies lead person or supervisor about substantive discrepancies between manufacturing planning target time and actual set-up and/or run times\n\nWork with JIT principles\n\nSchedule brake by staging jobs “First in First out”\n\nSort jobs by type (Material Thickness, Bend radius)\n\nStage needed tooling\n\nBolt tooling onto brake\n\nOrigin press brake to the nc9 line on gauge\n\nDetermine angle and flange length from documentation (Cad, PCM, DLT, Etc.)\n\nDetermine pinch point\n\nHand wheel brake to needed bend angle check and make corrections\n\nCheck flange lengths and correct as needed\n\nWhen part is correct buy off first part\n\nTears down machine or hand tool set-up upon completion of production run, returning all tools, equipment and accessories to their proper locations\n\nMoves completes part order to next manufacturing operation or staging area. Works with others, using continuous process improvement tools and techniques and just-in-time manufacturing techniques, to develop and install process improvements that positively impact manufacturing through-put, machine and human resources utilization, space utilization, organization and other factors\n\nEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES\nHigh 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\n\nDetail oriented with the ability to use elementary measuring tools i.e. micrometer calipers and electronic calipers\n\nMust have the ability to read and understand tolerances on manufacturing drawings\n\nDemonstrated decision-making ability utilizing good judgment in determining the appropriate guideline, procedure, and application to utilize in solving problems\n\nUnderstanding of basic math\n\nThorough understanding of process flows, lead times and lean principles in a mfg. environment\n\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to sit or stand for extended periods of time\n\nNoise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud\n\nRequired to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the manufacturing floor including, but not limited to, eye, ear, and foot protection\n\nMay occasionally lift and /or move up to 10-50 pounds\n\nWHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA?\nWe take care of our people.\n401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution\n\nCompetitive wages\n\nPaid holidays\n\nPaid time off\n\nMedical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance\n\nShort-term disability\n\nLong-term disability\n\nEmployee assistance plan - for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources\n\nWellness program\n\nTuition assistance\n\nSubject to eligibility, terms, and conditions\n\nThis 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.\nSonaca 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.\nSonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.\nSonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/VeteransEmployer\nNOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERS\nIt 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”).\nThis 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. 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