Machinist

SONOCO CANADA; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Wellbeing resources

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco Milwaukee is seeking a Machinist for the night shift (6pm–6am). The role offers a wage of $39.19 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential, with a 3/4/4/3 schedule, and the chance to work for a global packaging leader known for safety and quality.

You will read blueprints, set up and operate lathes, grinders, mills and hones; interpret drawings, perform layouts and maintain logs. Experience with basic math and metallurgy is helpful.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and interpret drawings.
• Familiarity with standard machine shop and tool-and-die practices.
• Basic metallurgy knowledge relevant to machining.
• Ability to perform layout and determine dimensions from drawings.
• Math skills including algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, grinders, mills and hones.
• Interprets drawings and determines indices, tapers and other dimensions.
• Performs layout work and conducts inspections with tooling.
• Maintains logbooks and assists in training assigned personnel.
• Complies with safety, SOPs and environmental requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machine shop knowledge

Metallurgy knowledge

Tool and die terminology

Math skills

Computer basics

Education

High school / GED

Job description

Position: Machinist Location: Milwaukee, WI Wage: $39.19 plus $1.00/hour shift differential Schedule: Night shift 6pm - 6am, 3/4/4/3 Schedule

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.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Complies with established job safety practices, policies and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure work environment. This includes correcting unsafe acts/conditions, participating in monthly safety meetings, performing monthly safety inspections, and investigating accidents, as required.
• Supports and follows the SQF (Safe Quality Food) guidelines of the food safety system.
• Follows company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), practices, and Sonoco's Global Code of Conduct.
• Reviews blueprints and work orders.
• Creates drawings or sketches of parts to be made or repaired.
• Interprets drawings, calculates and determines indices, tapers and other dimensions to be used for part(s).
• Performs layout work as required.
• Performs on-the-job training and development of assigned personnel.
• Receives tools and paperwork; establishes and maintains logbooks.
• Selects, grinds, and adjusts tools, speeds and feed rates for efficient machining.
• Machines parts to precision requirements of tolerance and finish.
• Sets up and operates machine tools, lathes, grinders, mills and hones.
• Performs dismantling, fitting and assembly work required for maintenance of production equipment.
• Repairs and maintains all assigned machines and equipment.
• Assists in inspection of tooling and operates inspection equipment.
• Complies with environmental regulations when using, dispensing, or handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials and wastes.
• Other duties as assigned.

We'd Love to Hear From You If:

• Working knowledge of the following areas - standard machine shop and tool and die practices; knowledge of metallurgy; knowledge of terminology of assigned equipment
• Ability to read blue prints
• Ability to demonstrate skills relating to tool and die work.
• Ability to work with basic math, algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to operate and functionally use a computer.
• Ability to wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing and footwear in appropriate areas and follow safety practices
• Broad training in a related field usually acquired through high school education, General Education Development (GED) or through equivalent work experience.
• 2 years of job-related experience.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and 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

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 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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