Operations Emerging Leader: Manufacturing Career Path

SONOCO CANADA; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Wellbeing programs

Paid time off

Insurance plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco's Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) in Columbus, Ohio offers full-time roles for recent graduates in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. Candidates should have or expect a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree by Dec 2026 or May 2027 and prior internship experience in manufacturing.

The ELP combines hands-on project work, leadership development and coaching, with relocation flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package in a global packaging company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering by Dec 2026 or May 2027
• Previous internship experience in Manufacturing or related area
• Proven leadership experience and desire to work in a manufacturing environment

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership experience

Technical aptitude

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor or Master in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Sonoco's Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) in Columbus, Ohio offers full-time roles for recent graduates in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. Candidates should have or expect a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree by Dec 2026 or May 2027 and prior internship experience in manufacturing.

The ELP combines hands-on project work, leadership development and coaching, with relocation flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package in a global packaging company.