Assistant Extrusion Line Operator

Sonoco Products Company; Waterbury (PA, CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Extrusion Line Operator, where you'll play a crucial role in producing high-quality printed film. This dynamic position involves operating advanced machinery, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and maintaining a clean workspace. With a rotating schedule and generous benefits, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for those with mechanical aptitude and a passion for teamwork. If you're ready to contribute to a leading global packaging solutions provider, this is the perfect place for you!

Benefits

Double time pay for Saturdays

Quarterly performance bonus

Referral bonus

Benefits from first month after start

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience operating manufacturing machinery.
• Proficient with basic machine shop tools and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate Spin Welding machines and ensure quality compliance.
• Inspect welded cartridges for integrity and perform repairs.

Skills

Manufacturing Machinery Operation

Basic Machine Shop Tools

Mechanical Aptitude

Manual Dexterity

Tools

Spin Welding Machines

Conveyors

Elevators

Job description

Position: Assistant Extrusion Line Operator
Location: Hanover, PA
Pay: $21.69/hour + Differential shift pay $0.45
Shift: 7:00pm-7:00am Rotating schedule of 12 hour shifts 3 days on, two days off, two days on, three days off. Work approximately 15 days a month and have a three day weekend every other weekend!

From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 - all while keeping the heart of "People Build Businesses" alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today, we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization, and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

Miscellaneous Perks:

• Double time pay every eligible Saturday worked!
• Each employee may qualify for a quarterly bonus based on performance!
• Eligible for Benefits the very first of the month after your start date!
• Enjoy our Referral Bonus once employed!

Reporting to the Production Manager as the Assistant Operator, you will assist the Press Operator on a flexographic printing press to produce printed rolls of film, adhering to company and customer specifications and quality standards, efficiently and maintaining a clean work area.

What you'll be doing:

• Operate Spin Welding machines, making adjustments to ensure proper operation and quality compliance.
• Inspect welded cartridges for weld integrity, proper trimming, and dust removal.
• Perform repairs and replace parts on Spin welders, ACO's, Scrapers, Conveyors, and Elevators.
• Follow all safety precautions during machine operation.
• Learn the functions of the Press Operator; may fill in during absences and perform duties as directed by Shift Leader or Production Manager.

We'd like to hear from you if:

• You have 2 to 3 years' experience operating manufacturing machinery.
• You are proficient with basic machine shop tools.
• You can work well with others in a sometimes-stressful environment.
• You are able to work overtime as needed.
• You can lift up to 50 lbs.
• You are able to work 12-hour days.
• You possess basic mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and repairs.
• You have manual dexterity for operating machinery and computers.
• You can relate well to others and maintain effective working relationships.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed are for U.S. employees; specific benefits may vary by location or union status.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Wellbeing resources and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off and holidays
• Various insurance plans including life, accident, and disability
• Tuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and strictly prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.