Production Associate I

SONOCO CANADA; Tennessee; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Associate I to join their dynamic team in Tennessee. This role involves collaborating with various departments, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the quality of manufactured products. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to safety and quality. With a focus on teamwork and problem-solving, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a global leader in packaging solutions. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package while being part of a company that values its people and promotes a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Previous experience in packing/warehousing is extremely helpful.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with other departments and teams.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Monitoring and reporting quality of manufactured product.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Position: Production Associate I
Location: Chestnut Hill, TN
Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts; 4 on 4 off
Salary: $26.16/hour

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.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Collaborating closely with other departments and teams
• Having the ability to think on your feet and troubleshoot problems and situations
• Making incremental process adjustments, monitoring and reporting quality of manufactured product
• Performing all duties in support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies
• Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills to set up new jobs
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organized work area
• Performing all duties as designated by supervisor/manager
• Helping other departments as needed

We’d Love to Hear From You If:

• We expect you to be Sonoco mission-driven
• Previous experience in packing/warehousing is extremely helpful
• You have to have a “get it done” attitude and an urgency to resolve problems/tasks
• You must be willing to work outside of regular shift hours including weekends if production or customer demands require it
• Being reliable, having good initiative, being committed and quality-focused is a must
• To succeed in this role, you will need excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is needed
• You will need to be able to lift up to 25 lbs. as needed
• Having the ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment is crucial to success
• You will need to have the ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions
• You will need to be able to perform repetitious duties, including stairs and standing for long periods of time
• You will need to have the ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail

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.

Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE:SON) is a global provider of consumer, industrial, healthcare and protective packaging. With annualized net sales of approximately $5.2 billion, the Company has 20,000 employees working in more than 300 operations in 34 countries serving some of the world’s best-known brands in some 85 nations. Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities that support our corporate purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life. The Company was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies 2021 as well as being included in Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row.