Inspector Packer - Rotating 1st & 2nd shift

SONOCO CANADA; Forest City (NC); On-site; USD 23,116 - 32,923; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage for you and dependetr

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company‑匹

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SONOCO CANADA in Forest City, NC is seeking an Inspector Packer I to inspect and package finished goods in a fast-paced production environment. The role reports to the Shift Supervisor and emphasizes quality and safety.

You will detect defects, maintain production data, and be flexible for overtime or weekend work as needed, contributing to reliable production output.

Qualifications

• Excellent attendance history.
• Ability to work with various teams.
• Proven record of success in fast-paced environments.
• Hands-on and analytical abilities with strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and package finished goods in a fast-paced production environment.
• Identify safety concerns using basic observation skills.
• Detect visual and physical defects in finished products before packaging.
• Maintain production data and records.
• Move materials with manual pallet jacks when needed.
• Be flexible to cover overtime and weekend work when required.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow good housekeeping procedures.
• Perform duties with a high level of safety and quality.

Skills

Excellent attendance history

Team collaboration

Fast-paced environments

Hands-on & analytical

Strong organization

Attention to detail

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 50 lbs

Job description

Position: Inspector Packer I

Location: Forest City, NC

Rate: $20.34

Shift: Rotating 1st & 2nd shift

Reports to the Shift Supervisor and is responsible for inspecting and packaging all finished goods in a fast‑paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Use basic knowledge and behavioral observation skills to identify safety concerns.
• Detect visual and physical defects in finished products before packaging.
• Maintain production data (scrap cause records, work order detail).
• Perform lifting, walking, stooping, bending, and leg and arm movement as required.
• Alert technicians to quality or machine issues.
• Use manual pallet jacks to move materials occasionally.
• Be self‑motivated and able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced production setting.
• Maintain cleanliness of the area and follow good housekeeping procedures.
• Perform all duties with a high level of safety and quality.
• Be reliable, show good initiative, and be committed and quality‑focused.
• Work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
• Provide flexibility to cover overtime and weekend work when necessary.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent attendance history.
• Ability to work with various teams.
• Proven record of success in fast‑paced environments.
• Hands‑on and analytical abilities with strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

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

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