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.

Position: Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician/Electro Mechanic

Location: Chatham, NY

Wages: $29.5 an hour

Shift: Swing shift- alternates one week, 7am-3pm and the next week 3pm-11pm

$2,500 SIGN ON BONUS!

While reporting to the Plant Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor, as the Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician/Electro Mechanic, you will be responsible for performing maintenance tasks, specifically proactive tasks, necessary to provide high quality, efficient, timely shipment of Sonoco products.  Safety, quality, productivity and strong work ethic are important to the Sonoco culture. 

What You’ll Be Doing: 

Installing and maintaining auxiliary equipment as required by production  Maintaining and repairing utility and facility-related equipment as directed by the Plant Engineer.  Assisting/training other maintenance personnel with repairs, PM’s, and rebuilds.  Collaborating closely with other departments and teams for proactive problem resolutions.  Maintaining a safe, clean and organized work area.  Manage small projects to maintain or upgrade equipment.  Performing all duties in support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies.  Overtime required at times

We’d love to hear from you if: 

You have experience in an industrial environment or military experience troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining manufacturing equipment Experience with PLC troubleshooting, industrial and motor controls preferred Comfortable with mechanical lifts, ladders, kneeling, bending and twisting; lifting up to 50 lbs Working independently and managing multiple tasks in an off shift position with rotating shifts that will require overtime including weekends 

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.