Shipper/Receiver I

Sonoco; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sonoco in Portland, IN is seeking a detail-oriented Shipper/Receiver I for the third shift (11:00pm–7:30am). You will move product from production to the warehouse, monitor quality, and support multiple departments to ensure timely materials flow.

A forklift license and strong safety mindset are essential. We value reliable attendance and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, maintaining a tidy, compliant work area and accurate paperwork.

Qualifications

• Forklift license required.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced manufacturing/warehouse setting.
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Move product from the production line to the warehouse safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth material flow.
• Monitor quality of packaged products and report issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S principles.
• Assist with inventory checks and paper work as needed.
• Provide support to packing and offline material handling.

Skills

Forklift license

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Attendance reliability

Job description

Position: Shipper/Receiver I

Location: Portland, IN

Pay: $20.80/hour plus $2.00/hour shift differential

Shift: 3rd shift; 11:00pm - 7:30am

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.

While reporting to the Warehouse Team Leader, you will be responsible for moving product from the production line to the warehouse in a quick but safe manner. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. You must have a proven record of success in a fast-paced environment. You must have the ability to work with various teams and have a good eye to spot defects with our packaging products. You will take pride in your personal hands‑on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail.

We are looking for detail oriented individuals with prior manufacturing and warehouse experience.

What You Will Be Doing

• Above all Safety is #1 priority
• Collaborating closely with other departments and teams
• Having a high regard to 5S
• Having the ability to think on your feet and troubleshoot problems and situations
• Monitor and report quality of manufactured product
• Consistently moving product and placing in designated pack outs throughout the shift
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organized work area
• Performing all duties as designated by supervisor/manager
• Performing all duties in support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies
• Helping out other departments as needed
• Supply materials to packing areas and pull material for offline
• Consistent and accurate in filling out appropriate paperwork
• Good knowledge of product
• Verify inventory levels and assist with inventory

We Would Love To Hear From You If

• Manufacturing & warehouse experience preferred
• You have to have a “get it done” attitude and an urgency to resolve problems/tasks
• To succeed in this role you will need excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, self-motivated and manage multiple tasks simultaneously as needed
• Being reliable, having good initiative, being committed, and being quality focused is a must
• You will need to be able to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 49 lbs as needed
• Having the ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment is crucial to success
• Ability to read and understand shop orders, various production documents and both oral and written job instructions
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Required to have excellent communication and math skills
• Valid forklift license required and be an efficient driver
• Good attendance

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.