Packer II (First Shift)

Sonoco; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company  +

Wellbeing tools & EAP

Paid time off & holidays

Insurance options including life & dis

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco in Hartselle, AL, Plug Plant is seeking a Packer II for First Shift (6a-2p) at $21.53/hr. Responsibilities include wrapping, protecting, and packing items for shipment with proper labeling.

Must read, write, and speak English. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand long periods, and work in a noisy, hot or cold environment. Sonoco offers a comprehensive rewards package in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Work environment may include noise, heat, cold, chemicals, greases and lubricants.

Responsibilities

• Wraps, protects, and packs machinery, equipment or other items.
• Bands, seals, glues, nails, labels and stencils crates and other containers with appropriate identification.
• Weighs, transports, stacks or arranges products and packed containers.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Monitor the quality of product being produced and report any defects or malfunctions to supervisors.
• Apply heat shrink materials to tubes, pipes, or other items to reduce diameter.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs as needed.

Skills

English literacy

Manufacturing experience

Physical stamina

Job description

Position: Packer II (First Shift) Location: Hartselle, AL, Plug Plant Pay Rate: $21.53 /hr Shift: First Shift (6a-2p)

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.

Responsibilities:

• Wraps, protects, and packs machinery, equipment or other items.


• Bands, seals, glues, nails, labels and stencils crates and other containers with appropriate identification.


• Weighs, transports, stacks or arranges products and packed containers.


• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.


• Monitor the quality of product being produced and report any defects or malfunctions to supervisors.


• Apply heat shrink materials to tubes, pipes, or other items to reduce diameter.


• Assist with maintenance and repairs as needed.

Qualifications:

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.


• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods of time, and move quickly.


• Work environment may include exposure to noise, vibration, heat, cold, chemicals, greases, and lubricants.

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.