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 13 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

The PRODUCTION SCHEDULER is responsible for building the production plan and target setting/reporting, in close collaboration with the Supply Chain and Production Managers. Works closely with internal and external customers to ensure on time delivery of quality product. Assists in implementing continuous improvement projects including, but not limited to, ERP systems and related applications. Responsible for plant KPI/Metrics data consolidation and reporting (standard and non-standard).

Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

• Issue / Coordinate planning and scheduling/re-scheduling of the shop floor.

• Challenge departments to remain on schedule

• Manage the release, follow-up, and closure of production orders.

• Responsible for local capacity analysis, related master data, reporting

• Serves as liaison between the internal and external customer and various departments throughout facility to facilitate flow of materials, documents in and between work centers to strive for 100% on-time delivery.

• Identify root cause for delinquencies to customer

• Continually work to build a long-term relationship with the customer

• Run and update metrics

Required Skills/Competencies

• Strong ERP knowledge and experience with an emphasis in Materials Management, MRP, Purchasing, and Warehouse Management

• Good understanding of scheduling and supply chain concepts

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and PowerPoint).

• Effective written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

• Experience with VBA is a plus

• Experience with PowerQuery, PowerBI, or SQL is a plus

Education Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Industrial Engineering

• APICS certification is a plus

Experience:

• Experience with demand management, supply chain management, materials management, MRP, and production control is a plus

• Experience developing reports in an operational capacity in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

• Experience in the aerospace industry is a plus.

Attributes:

• Positive, team-player attitude

• Excellent communication skills

• Analytical

Physical/Work Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods, working at a desk and/or attending meetings.

• Use various computer and office equipment as well as be able to move throughout the office and manufacturing area in order to talk/hear or otherwise communicate with employees, management, customers, vendors, and others.

• Noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud.

• Employee will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the plant floor.

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/Affirmative Action/Disability/Veterans Employer

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 America does 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 info@sonaca-na.com.

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 13 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.