Machinist (2nd shift)

Sonaca•Saint Charles, MO

About The Position

Sonaca North America is seeking a second-shift Machinist to operate computer numerical control (CNC) and conventional machines to fabricate parts. The Machinist loads parts, cycles machines, identifies machine-operation malfunctions such as worn or damaged cutting tools, runs production lots, and communicates with co-workers about production runs. The role also involves inspecting, deburring, and blending machined parts, performing routine machine maintenance, and maintaining a safe, organized, and clean work environment. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. The Machinist is expected to support the company’s quality policy, mission, and other policies and procedures, including its commitments to customer satisfaction, quality, lean processes, continuous improvement, on-time delivery, safety, teamwork, individual accountability, and respect for people.

Requirements

  • Have two years of CNC machining experience or be enrolled in a machining program at a technical college.
  • Be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Obtain International Traffic in Arms Regulation/Export Administration Regulations (ITAR/EAR) clearance.
  • Have math skills to perform basic calculations.
  • Be able to read and interpret blueprints.
  • Demonstrate attention to detail.
  • Be able to read measuring equipment, including calipers and micrometers.
  • A high school diploma or high school equivalency is preferred; candidates without either must take a pre-employment assessment to be considered.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or high school equivalency.

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload parts on CNC machines to support maximum spindle utilization time.
  • Inspect and monitor parts as they are completed on the machine.
  • Deburr and blend all machined parts.
  • Perform daily machine maintenance, including maintaining fluid levels, emptying chips, and wiping down machines to remove coolant, dust, and debris.
  • Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
  • Run production lots and communicate with co-workers regarding production runs.
  • Support the company’s quality policy, mission, and other policies and procedures.

Benefits

  • 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 with access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources
  • Wellness program
  • Tuition assistance
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