Palletizer Operator

Sonoco Products Co.; DeForest (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company  |

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco Products Co. in DeForest, WI is seeking a Palletizer Operator to operate palletizers and de-palletizers, ensuring product quality and process efficiency. You will follow detailed work instructions, monitor quality, and report issues to maintenance or supervision as needed.

The role requires physical stamina to stand and lift up to 50 lbs, with 12-hour shifts on a 4 on/4 off schedule. Prior manufacturing experience and basic English literacy are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience and/or training.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic English.
• Follow verbal and written work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up new jobs and operate palletizers/de-palletizers.
• Monitor and report quality, making small process adjustments as needed.
• Inspect product for defects and inform supervisor of issues.
• Stand, bend, lift, and walk for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

English literacy

Job description

Palletizer Operator# Sonoco## Palletizer OperatorApply: Onsite: DeForest, WI, USA: Full time: Posted Today: JR-161242Position: Palletizer Operator Location: DeForest, WI Wage: $27.50 per hour Schedule: 4 on 4 off; 12-hour shifts, 6am – 6pmFrom 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 Shift Supervisor, the Palletizer Operator will be responsible for performing various manual or mechanical product functions by operating and adjusting production equipment to meet customer specifications and perform troubleshooting on equipment as required.What You’ll Be Doing:* Set up new jobs and operate various palletizers/de-palletizers.* Monitor and report quality of manufactured product, making incremental process adjustments as required.* Inspects product throughout the shift and notifies mechanic or shift supervisor of any quality defects.* Stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, and traverse stairs for extended periods of time.* Lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.* Perform repetitive finger/hand/wrist movements.* Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.* We’d love to hear from you if:* You have previous manufacturing experience and/or training.* Able to communicate effectively (read, write, comprehend) in basic English.* Ability to read, comprehend, and follow complicated verbal and written work instructions.* Able to work the assigned schedule and overtime as required.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 reimbursementWe 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.