Emerging Leader Program: Fast-Track to Global Packaging

Sonoco; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Wellbeing tools

Paid time off

Insurance plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco’s Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) in the Jackson, Tennessee facility offers full-time positions with leadership development, coaching, and engagement with business leaders. You will gain hands-on experience through project work across core development areas.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor or Master’s in Business or Engineering by 2026/2027, internship experience in manufacturing, proven leadership, and strong technical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Business or Engineering by December 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

• ELP provides hands-on experience with leadership development, coaching, and exposure to business leaders.
• Participants engage in project work to contribute to Sonoco’s Consumer America Division.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Business or Engineering by Dec 2026 or May 2027

Job description

Sonoco’s Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) in the Jackson, Tennessee facility offers full-time positions with leadership development, coaching, and engagement with business leaders. You will gain hands-on experience through project work across core development areas.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor or Master’s in Business or Engineering by 2026/2027, internship experience in manufacturing, proven leadership, and strong technical and communication skills.