Position: Laminator Operator I
Location: Elk Grove, IL
Rate: $20.44/hr + $2/hr shift differential
Shift: 5:45pm-6:15am 12-hour continental schedule, 3 days one week, 4 days the following, off every other weekend

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.

The Laminator Operator reports directly to the department manager.

What you will be doing:

Mix adhesive according to formulas.Check first piece conformance to specifications.Set up and operate Lathe Machine according Lathe Machine Operating Procedures when needed.Job order interpretationMaintain cleanliness of machines/equipment and adjacent work area to SQF standard.Utilize satellite containers for Hazardous Waste.“Hazard Waste Generator” – generates hazardous waste as part of production process.Report quality issues to manager, supervisor, group leader for analysis and/or remedy.Report ALL accidents to the shift manager immediately.Report ALL unsafe acts and conditions to the shift manager immediately.Regular, consistent attendance and punctuality are essential to the job.Verification of correct calculation of needed amount of adhesive for jobVerification of what impression rollers are needed for four hours and cut/or resurface to specifications.Report all Food Safety violations to management.Adding adhesive, changing raw material rolls and other substrates.Operate machine for break coverage.Other duties as assigned.Participate in Sonoco’s Performance System (SPS) activities as required – 5Star, Pillar Teams, Audits, Near Misses, etc.

We'd love to hear from you if:

You have at least 1 year of machine operator experience, laminator operator preferred but not requiredHave experience working with and measuring chemicalsAre able to measure and read a ruler/tape measureBasic math skills are requiredDon't mind working in a dirty environmentHave an excellent work history in the areas of attendance, safety, and quality

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.