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

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Manager. This position will manage the site maintenance function in providing both a reactive and proactive, multi-skilled maintenance service on all operational equipment and facilities infrastructure.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a maintenance vision, strategy, processes, and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.

• Ensure that designated buildings, plant, and facilities are fit for purpose and to provide proactive support/solutions when required.

• Develop a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule, ensure full preventative maintenance is carried out, plan in missed maintenance activities, and lead the team to deliver effectively.

• Develop, implement, and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for each area of responsibility.

• Schedule both internal and external work(s) maximizing planned down time and reducing unplanned downtime.

• Manage contractors on site to ensure they meet legal and company requirements.

• Develop clear accountability for maintenance material spend combined with a strategy to manage expenditure.

• Stay current and up to date on any changes that may affect the supply and demand of needed products and materials and advise others of any impact.

• Manage the process of the introduction of new machinery, plant, and equipment from drawing up the specification, to managing suppliers through to full installation in collaboration with all relevant parties.

• Manage the process of disposal of obsolete machinery, plant, and equipment from gaining agreement to write off to physically removing it and its safe and lawful disposal.

• Identify business improvement opportunities within the facility.

• Ensure that all EHS permits, and reporting are completed and up to date for the facility. This may include completing the reports and doing the filings personally. This will require staying current on all federal, state, and local regulations, and taking appropriate action when regulations change, or new regulations are implemented.

• Perform EHS audits to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and Sonaca North America Management system.

• Oversee the reporting, investigation, and documentation of EHS incidents, such as spills or accidental releases, and all accidents and near miss incidents, to ensure that a root cause for the incident is identified and an effective corrective action is implemented and maintained.

• Manage hazardous waste within the organization facilitates hazardous waste pickups, maintains hazardous waste shipping records to prepare and submit quarterly and biannual hazardous waste generator reports.

• Coordinate and administer all employee EHS training, as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES

• High school diploma or high school equivalency required, bachelor’s degree preferred.

• 5+ years’ maintenance experience in manufacturing industry; aircraft/aerospace industry preferred.

• Ability to read and comprehend American English is required.

• Excellent leadership and management skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members.

• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.

• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.

• Ensure the Health, Safety and Environment of the facility.

• Knowledge of EHS regulations, issues, procedures, processes, reporting requirements, and other compliance requirements with federal, state, and local legislation governing the environment preferred.

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/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.