Emerging Leader in Manufacturing — Fast-Track Program

Sonoco; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) match

Wellbeing tools

Paid time off

Insurance plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco's Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is designed to help you develop leadership skills, gain technical knowledge, establish strong business skills and understand Sonoco’s culture and processes. The program blends hands-on experiences and opportunities to contribute to Sonoco through valuable project work, within the Columbus Operating Center in Columbus, Ohio.

The ELP role offers exposure to four major segments and a pathway to leadership roles such as Plant Manager or Director of Finance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering by Dec 2026 or May 2027.
• Previous internship experience (manufacturing or related area).
• Proven leadership experience.
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical aptitude.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Technical Skills Training (Safety, Quality, Scheduling, Customer satisfaction).
• Engage in Leadership Training (Supervisory skills, Performance Management, Mentorship).
• Gain Business Insights (Accountability, Execution, Risk taking, Budgeting).
• Contribute to Culture Integration (Communication, Collaboration, Innovation).

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Job description

Sonoco's Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is designed to help you develop leadership skills, gain technical knowledge, establish strong business skills and understand Sonoco’s culture and processes. The program blends hands-on experiences and opportunities to contribute to Sonoco through valuable project work, within the Columbus Operating Center in Columbus, Ohio.

The ELP role offers exposure to four major segments and a pathway to leadership roles such as Plant Manager or Director of Finance,