Second Shift Machine Operator II – Nailers & Wood Reels

Sonoco; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m•

Wellbeing tools and resources

Paid time off and holidays

Insurance plans including life

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco is hiring a Machine Operator II (Correli Nailer) in Hartselle Wood Reels. You will operate machines for customer jobs, cutting, machining and assembling lumber to create wood reels for wire and cable packaging.

Reporting to the Team Lead, you will ensure quality, safety, and efficiency while meeting production targets in a non-temperature controlled facility. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and strong troubleshooting abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year of machine operating experience in an industrial environment.
• Extensive knowledge of personal hand tools and use them safely to operate, adjust, and maintain production equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, work well independently, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of our products and their quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team to handle and process lumber from raw material to finished product.
• Make incremental process adjustments, monitor and report the quality of manufactured products.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform duties as designated by supervisor/manager.
• Support Sonoco's quality and safety policies.
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and stand for at least 8 hours.
• Think on your feet and troubleshoot problems.
• Read and understand manufacturing instructions.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Be reliable, committed, and quality-focused.

Skills

Machine operation

Hand tools

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

5S knowledge

Job description

Sonoco is hiring a Machine Operator II (Correli Nailer) in Hartselle Wood Reels. You will operate machines for customer jobs, cutting, machining and assembling lumber to create wood reels for wire and cable packaging.

Reporting to the Team Lead, you will ensure quality, safety, and efficiency while meeting production targets in a non-temperature controlled facility. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and strong troubleshooting abilities.