Position: Process Technician
Pay Rate: $25.60 - 34.34
Location: Hartselle Wood Reels
Shift: 2nd Shift, 2p - 10p with OT

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.

Job Summary:
This position will be responsible for running multiple pieces of equipment to produce wood reels used in the industrial cable industry.

Operating heavy machinery such as cranes, forklifts, and hoists to move materials around the facility

Monitoring the quality of product and adjusting the production process accordingly

Assisting in maintaining safety standards and sanitation practices at the plant

Helping to ensure efficient operation of all production lines through preventative maintenance and repair of equipment

Troubleshooting issues on the production line and making necessary repairs or adjustments

Communicating effectively with other team members to coordinate efforts and achieve goals

Maintaining accurate records related to production levels, product quality, and inventory management

Working collaboratively with supervisors and managers to resolve problems and improve processes

Participating in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing waste

Adhering to all safety protocols and regulatory requirements throughout the manufacturing process

Job Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Forklift certification (required)

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.