Maintenance Mechanic- First Shift

Sonoco; Town of Charlotte (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Employee wellbeing programs

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I to troubleshoot, repair and optimize plant equipment on first shift. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, rebuild presses, and ensure safety protocols. Strong team collaboration, adherence to diagrams, and tool proficiency are essential.

Overtime may be required as production demands dictate. The role requires 2–4 years of hands-on experience, technical training, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs; PLC knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Accreditation from a technical school or a skilled trades program with 2–4 years of experience.
• Proficient in Cutting, Welding, Grinding and able to use hand/power tools safely.
• Working knowledge of diagrams/manufacturer specs, motors and controls.
• Experience with CMMS; ability to document maintenance records accurately.
• Ability to lift 10–50 lbs, occasionally more, and maintain stamina for shifts.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, repairs, and adjusts equipment as needed.
• Performs equipment changeovers according to production demands.
• Provides preventative maintenance to plant equipment.
• Rebuilds presses and support equipment.
• Maintains tools and conducts safety and calibration checks.
• Collects data, analyzes downtime, and suggests improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading prints

Motors & controls

Welding

Cutting

Grinding

Team player

Safety with tools

Education

Technical school accreditation or skilled trades program

2–4 years experience

Tools

CMMS system

Hand & power tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Location- Charlotte, NC
Job Title - Maintenance Mechanic I
Rate-$25.32 -$30.93 (based on experience)
Shift: 1st – 6:00 am – 4:00 pm *Overtime may be required.

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 will be doing:

• Troubleshoots, repairs, and adjusts equipment as needed.
• Performs equipment changeovers according to production demands.
• Provides preventative maintenance to plant equipment.
• Rebuilds presses and support equipment.
• Evaluates/maintains hand tools for condition and compliance.
• Familiar with Mechanical Prints, knowledge of motors and controls, troubleshooting skills.
• PLC programming is a plus.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely.
• Continuous improvement of skills as outlined by the maintenance training matrix.
• Effective communication skills including the ability to receive and follow direction and provide feedback as requested, as well as with other maintenance employees.
• Works cooperatively with teammates as a natural work team.
• Work schedule is 40-48 hours/week plus overtime requirements.
• Accurate documentation of maintenance records using CMMS System.
• Ensures new machines are prepared for operation following protocols and procedures and perform regular technical testing to ensure their safety and efficiency.
• Collect data on machine operation and suggests actions to reduce machine downtime.
• Carry out additional duties as requested by supervisor.

We’d love to hear from you if:

• Can handle moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Possess solid working knowledge of subject matter.
• Received accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 2 to 4 years of experience.
• Proficient and experienced in Cutting, Welding, Grinding
• Ability to lift 10-50 lbs., often carrying up to 20 lbs.
• Can follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Have physical stamina and dexterity. Job requires bending, twisting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and reaching frequently.
• Have a working knowledge of using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing instruments to repair and maintain, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, machinery and mechanical equipment, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment.

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.

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.