Location: Gastonia, NC
Position: Operator I- Spiral
Rate: $21.79
Shift: second shift 3 pm-11 pm

*Must be willing and flexible to work overtime when needed. *

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 shift supervisor you will work in production for our tube and core division and be responsible for working in a quick and 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 in the packing line. You will take pride in your personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail.

What you’ll be doing:

Collaborating closely with other departments and teamsBeing able to work at a fast pacePacking a wide variety of products and materialsRemoving product from the line and visually inspecting to assure quality standardsMaintaining 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 in other departments as needed, including but not limited to the palletizing, labelling and warehouse areas of the plant.

We’d love to hear from you if:

You are Sonoco mission drivenPrior Machine operating experienceYou have previous core manufacturing experience and/or training (1 year preferred)You read and comprehend standard work instructions, math, and measuringYou arrive to work on time with a strong attendance recordYou are an individual looking to advance with a high school diploma or GEDAre able to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.

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.