Electromechanic

SONOCO CANADA; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 53,726 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company  匹

Well-being tools and EAP

Paid time off and holidays

Insurance plans (life, disability)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SONOCO CANADA in Suffolk, VA seeks a maintenance technician for a 3rd shift (11pm-7am) with training on the 1st shift (7am-3pm). Pay starts at $39.83 per hour with a $0.55 per hour shift differential. Safety‑conscious performance on industrial machinery is essential.

You will inspect, dismantle, and service components, troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems, and operate welding equipment, lathe, and milling machines. Overtime/night shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of maintenance experience on industrial machinery in manufacturing.
• Strong pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical understanding.
• Experience setting up/operating welding equipment, lathe, milling and shop tools.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting tools (multimeter, etc.) familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLCs is desirable.
• Willingness to overtime and night shift; able to work with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Comply with plant safety requirements and participate in safety program.
• Use tools, materials, and test equipment safely and efficiently.
• Dismantle devices to access and remove defective parts.
• Inspect parts for dimensional changes and proper function.
• Develop and implement projects to completion with minimal direction.

Skills

Maintenance

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Welding equipment

Lathe

Milling machine

Electrical troubleshooting tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs (desirable)

Job description

Location & Compensation

Location: Suffolk, VA
Pay range: $39.83 per hour
Shift: 3rd (11pm-7am) with training on 1st shift for approximately 6 months (7am-3pm)
$0.55 shift differential for 3rd shift

Responsibilities

• Comply with all plant safety requirements and actively participate in the plant safety program.
• Use tools, materials, and test equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain awareness of personal safety and the safety of others in the work area.
• Dismantle devices to access and remove defective parts.
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Qualifications

• 2‑5 years of experience in maintenance on industrial machinery within the manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Experience setting up and operating welding equipment, lathe, milling machine, and other shop‑related tools.
• Proficiency with basic electrical troubleshooting tools (ampere meter, voltmeter, etc.).
• Familiarity with Allen‑Bradley PLCs is desirable.
• Basic welding skills required.
• A willingness to work overtime and night shift as required.
• Ability to work effectively with all plant departments, vendors, and corporate employees.
• Capability to develop and implement projects to successful completion with minimal direction.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Well‑being tools and resources, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company‑paid and voluntary employee‑paid insurance plans (life, personal accident, disability).
• Tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.