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 Plant Manager, you will be responsible for Administrative duties focused on hourly payroll and hourly recruiting.  If the HR generalist is not available, we would expect this role to be able to direct employees on how to find human resources policies, procedures, and resources. The primary focus of this position will be on hourly payroll, hourly recruiting, and support employee engagement.  You must possess the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

What you'll be doing:

Preparing and complete all hourly payroll functionsReconcile and report payroll resultsInvestigate payroll questions and issuesBecome local expert on Kronos Payroll System, supporting others to leverage system toolsMaintain update and accurate Kronos roster.Support New Employee Orientation as needed, including assigning timecard pass codesServing as contact with Staffing AgenciesEnsuring performance evaluations are completed in a timely mannerAssisting employees during the “Open Enrollment” processVerify accuracy and consistency of attendancePrepare weekly reports for management team and other reports as requestedSupport employee engagement and community events as requestedSupport recruiting efforts with direction from managementOwn Training System Documentation and Publishing of required trainingSupport covid close contact tracingCreate a positive first impression for all visitors

This position is located in Hartselle, AL.

We'd love to hear from you if:

Complying with all Local/State/Federal Employment Laws (i.e. practices, postings, updating changes to remain compliant)We expect you to align with Sonoco ValuesPrefer experience in office administrationPrefer you are pursuing or earned an associate degree in Human Resources or Business Administration, will consider equivalent experienceYou must be familiar with EEOC and AAP employment lawAbility to learn payroll systems, preferred Workday or KronosMust have high level of integrity, trust and ethical standardsMust have above average communication skills (written & verbal)Must be able to maintain composure

Compensation: 

Administrator III - Plant: The annual base salary range for this role is from $42,560 to $47,880. 

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 options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition 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.