Machine Operator II

SONOCO CANADA; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company is seeking reliable individuals for a role in their Wood Reels Plant in Alabama. This position involves operating heavy machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a safe workspace. Ideal candidates will be motivated, able to lift heavy loads, and possess basic mechanical skills. Sonoco offers a comprehensive benefits package and values diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Variety of insurance plans

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy machinery, including forklifts.
• Physically able to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust equipment.
• Load rolls of plastic onto machinery.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent experience

Tools

Forklift

Basic hand tools

Job description

From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

Summary:

Sonoco is looking for a reliable individual to work in our Wood Reels Plant. The position will be responsible for operating various equipment. The goal of this position is to produce high quality reels while maintaining a safe working environment and good housekeeping. We are looking for a motivated individual who can work independently and with a team to accomplish assigned tasks.

Responsibilities:

Troubleshooting, repairing, and adjusting equipment to ensure the production of quality parts that meet company standards.

Consistently loading rolls of plastic onto machinery.

Setting up new jobs and operate various thermoforming machinery, make incremental process adjustments to machinery, monitor and report quality of manufactured products.

Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.

Performing all duties as designated by supervisor/manager in support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies, help other departments as needed

Qualifications:
- Ability to operate heavy machinery such as forklifts, balers, etc.
- Physically able to stand, sit, move, squat, and bend during the course of the shift.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally move up to 100 pounds.
- Able to communicate effectively and listen to verbal instructions.
- Knowledgeable of basic hand tools required to perform duties.
- Forklift certification required (training provided).
- High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents.
- Basic math skills required.

-Able to read a tape measure

-Knowledge of LOTO

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

• 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 with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance

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.

Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE:SON) is a global provider of consumer, industrial, healthcare and protective packaging. With annualized net sales of approximately $5.2 billion, the Company has 20,000 employees working in more than 300 operations in 34 countries serving some of the world’s best-known brands in some 85 nations. Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities that support our corporate purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life. The Company was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies 2021 as well as being included in Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row.