Material Handler I

Sonoco Products Company; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Wellbeing tools

Paid time off

Insurance plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco Products Co. in Neenah, WI is hiring a Material Handler to drive a stand-up forklift and move raw materials to production areas. The role requires strong attendance, teamwork, and the ability to follow manufacturing instructions.

There is overtime as needed and shift work 3rd shift. The position offers medical and other benefits, a 401(k) with company match, and opportunities within a global packaging leader.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift driving experience.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills; ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklift safely and efficiently.
• Distribute finished goods and raw materials to appropriate workstations.
• Verify tags/labels for accuracy and load/unload trucks; complete required paperwork.
• Maintain parts inventory; assist with monthly counts and organize warehouse stock.
• Keep a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Forklift driving

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Position: Material Handler Location: Neenah, WI Wage: $30.29/hr (shift differential $0.75) Shift: 3rd 10:45pm - 6:45 am Sunday-Thursday *Must be willing and flexible to work overtime when needed.*

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 Department Supervisor, you will be responsible for forklift driving and material handling of raw/finished goods. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. You must have a proven record of success in a fast-paced environment. You must have the ability to work with various teams and have a good eye to spot defects in the packing line. You will take pride in your personal hands‑on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail.

What you’ll be doing:

• Responsible for the safe and efficient performance of assigned duties and the operation of a stand‑up forklift.
• Support the needs of production through the handling and distribution of finished goods, raw materials to the appropriate workstations throughout the plant.
• Checks and verifies tags/marking/labels for accuracy.
• Loads/unloads trucks; processes and maintains appropriate paperwork.
• Maintains parts inventory; assists with monthly inventory; arranges and sorts warehouse stock.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.

We’d love to hear from you if:

• Previous experience in driving a forklift
• To succeed in this role, you will need excellent writing and verbal communication skills and the ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions
• Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is needed.

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
• 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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