Machine Operator III (Second Shift - Staves)

Sonoco; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company  |

Wellbeing tools and Employee Assist. P

Paid time off and holidays

Insurance plans including life, etc.

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco in Hartselle, AL seeks a Machine Operator III to set up and operate equipment in a one-piece flow, with a second shift (4p-2a) M-Th and OT as needed. The role demands troubleshooting, PM support, and strong safety/quality adherence in a wood reels environment.

You will work with sensors, HMI, pneumatics, and hand tools, lifting up to 50 lbs, and collaborate across safety, quality, maintenance, and management teams. A stable, team-oriented workplace offers growth and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1‑year of machine operating and setup experience in an industrial environment.
• Fundamental technical knowledge of electronic sensors, pneumatics, HMI, mathematics, and optimization of cycle time.
• Extensive knowledge of personal hand tools and ability to use them safely to set up, adjust, and maintain production equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, work well independently, and manage multiple tasks.
• Working knowledge of our products and their quality requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• You are reliable, have good initiative, are committed, and are quality focused.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multiple pieces of equipment in a one-piece flow process.
• Troubleshoot assigned machines and processes.
• Perform Operator Maintenance functions and support Preventive Maintenance tasks.
• Capable of assessing the manufacturing schedule to minimize waste and maximize throughput.
• Able to develop and execute a plan that achieves production goals.
• Has the ability to work per safety and quality standards.
• Handle administrative duties promptly, to include accurate/up‑to‑date documentation.
• Demonstrates good time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all functions within the plant (safety, quality, maintenance & management).
• Responsible for general housekeeping (5S) of work area and department.
• Being reliable, committed, and quality focused is a must.

Skills

Machine operation

Equipment setup

Sensors & HMI

Pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety awareness

Hand tools

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Position

Machine Operator III

Location

Hartselle Wood Reels (Staves Department)

Shift

Second Shift (4p-2a) M-Th, some OT

Pay Rate

$23.98 + .75 Shift Diff

Company Overview

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. While reporting to the Team Lead as the Machine Operator III, this role performs complete setup and operation of industrial equipment in a Wood Reel manufacturing plant.

Responsibilities

• Be able to set up and operate multiple pieces of equipment in a one‑piece flow process
• Be able to troubleshoot assigned machines and processes
• Perform Operator Maintenance functions and support Preventive Maintenance tasks
• Capable of assessing the manufacturing schedule to minimize waste and maximize throughput
• Able to develop and execute a plan that achieves production goals
• Has the ability to work per safety and quality standards
• Handles administrative duties promptly, to include accurate/up‑to‑date documentation
• Demonstrates good time management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with all functions within the plant (safety, quality, maintenance & management)
• Responsible for general housekeeping (5S) of work area and department
• Being reliable, committed, and quality focused is a must.

Requirements

• Minimum 1‑year of machine operating and setup experience in an industrial environment.
• Must have fundamental technical knowledge of electronic sensors, pneumatics, HMI, mathematics, and optimization of cycle time
• Extensive knowledge of personal hand tools and use them safely to set up, adjust, and maintain production equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, work well independently, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of our products and their quality requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• You are reliable, have good initiative, are committed, and are quality focused.

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 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
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Company Information

Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value‑added, sustainable metal and fiber consumer and industrial packaging. The Company is now a multi‑billion‑dollar enterprise with approximately 22,500 employees working in 270 operations in 40 countries, serving some of the world’s best‑known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.

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