Manager - Operations

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 customers.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly experienced Operations Manager to oversee our site's manufacturing operations and drive efficiency, productivity, and profitability. As the leader of our manufacturing team, you will be responsible for executing a clear vision, fostering a culture of safety, and coordinating various departments to meet customer delivery schedules. This position reports directly on-site at our Saint Charles facility.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute a vision for the site and communicate that vision to leadership, employees, and customers.
• Ensure a culture of safety through personal leadership and site leadership team.
• Direct plant operations to reduce production costs, improve productivity, and meet customer delivery schedules.
• Coordinate the company's operations including testing, composite fabrication quality, and administrative activities.
• Manage labor costs and establish production and quality control standards.
• Manage the environmental compliance program.
• Facilitate inter-departmental communication in the plant and maximize operational efficiencies.
• Prepare forecasts and useful policy procedures covering people, materials, and equipment used in manufacturing and testing.
• Actively participate in the quality improvement process and drive plant improvement.
• Utilize, maintain, and monitor the effectiveness of all information support systems.
• Demonstrate expertise in facilities planning and streamline configuration to get the best coordination of people, materials, equipment, and methods.
• Maintain strong customer satisfaction from an operations perspective.

What You Need:

• Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of progressive operations and leadership manufacturing management experience with 7-10 years overall manufacturing experience
• Strong knowledge of aerospace systems and related component knowledge is preferred
• Competent knowledge of material types, connectors, and system integrations
• Demonstrated success in plant financial acumen with proven analytical and financial skills
• Prior experience in bid and proposal estimates, tooling design and manufacture, prototype production, manufacturing process improvement, and capital equipment selection and procurement
• Demonstrated success in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Track record of maintaining strong customer satisfaction from an operations perspective
• A demonstrable understanding of National and International quality systems environments. AS9100 background is a plus.

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
• Salary Range - $135,000 - $150,000

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/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 [email protected].