Production and Maintenance Technician

SONOCO CANADA; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production and Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team in Milwaukee. This role involves operating and maintaining high-speed packaging manufacturing equipment, ensuring optimal performance and quality. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment efficiently. With a commitment to employee wellbeing, this company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to a leading global packaging solutions provider, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical skills and knowledge required for equipment operation.
• Ability to follow directions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, adjust, and repair production equipment to meet specifications.
• Perform troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Conduct inspections of in-process materials and finished products.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Troubleshooting

Equipment Operation

Preventative Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Computer Systems

Job description

Position: Production and Maintenance Technician
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Wage: $33.09/hour
Shift: night shift: 6pm – 6am; 3 on, 4 off; 4 on, 3 off

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.

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, this position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of high-speed steel packaging manufacturing equipment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform various manual or mechanical production functions by operating, adjusting, and repairing the production equipment to meet customer specifications.
• Disassemble, overhaul, and rebuild production equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting on production equipment as required.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment as required.
• Conduct inspection of in-process materials and in-process and finished product.
• Responsible for replenishing supplies, materials, parts, and tooling required for assigned area.
• Access, input, and retrieve information from the computer.
• Communicate pertinent information to the next shift.
• Supply and maintain required hand tools.
• Complete clean-up, painting, and housekeeping duties.
• Rotate through all workstations as needed.

We’d love to hear from you if:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Ability to follow directions and complete assignments in a fast-paced environment. Strong mechanical skills and knowledge required.

Sonoco is proud to offer a competitive and robust range of benefits to help eligible employees manage their wellbeing costs. We also offer generous paid time off and holidays!

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 strictly prohibit 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.