Machine Operator I - 3rd Shift (Lumber & Packaging)

SONOCO CANADA; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Wellbeing programs

Paid time off and holidays

Insurance plans (life, disability)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco is seeking a Machine Operator I in Jefferson, TX to run machines handling lumber components for wood reels used in packaging. You’ll work on a team with a third shift (11pm–7am), focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency in a non-temperature controlled facility.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, making adjustments, maintaining clean work areas, and following 5S and quality policies. Experience in industrial machine operation and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of machine operating experience in an industrial environment.
• Extensive knowledge of personal hand tools used to operate, adjust, and maintain production equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Working knowledge of Sonoco products and their quality requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Working knowledge of 5S is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines for each customer’s job with attention to detail.
• Make incremental process adjustments and monitor product quality.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.
• Support Sonoco’s quality and safety policies and assist other departments as needed.

Skills

Machine operating

Hand tools

Communication skills

Product knowledge

Lifting 50 lbs

5S knowledge

Job description

Sonoco is seeking a Machine Operator I in Jefferson, TX to run machines handling lumber components for wood reels used in packaging. You’ll work on a team with a third shift (11pm–7am), focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency in a non-temperature controlled facility.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, making adjustments, maintaining clean work areas, and following 5S and quality policies. Experience in industrial machine operation and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required.