Finishing Operator II

Location: Hickory, NC

Position: Finishing Operator II

Pay: $22.69/hr

Shift: 3rd (7pm-5am)

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 Supervisor, as the Finishing Operator, you will be responsible for meeting all safety requirements for operating equipment in assigned area, keeping equipment and work area in order, meeting quality standards, and working well with others to complete daily tasks.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Meet all safety requirements for operating equipment in assigned area

Keep equipment and work area in order

Maintain good housekeeping practices

Meet quality standards established for the department

Work well with others to complete daily tasks

Wear protective gear when required

Participate in scheduled team meetings and contests

Attend all required safety training

Adhere to all Sonoco policies and procedures

Maintain a positive attitude and focus on teamwork

We’d love to hear from you if:

You have previous manufacturing experience and/or training

Read and comprehend standard work instructions, math and measuring

Arrive to work on time with a strong attendance record

An individual looking to advance with a high school diploma or GED

Work schedules are subject to change- The operation is 24/7.

We Offer:

Competitive wages with scheduled annual increases

Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered on day one of employment

Paid time off (vacation, holiday, sick, volunteer, etc.)

401(k) retirement program with company match

Short-term and long-term disability programs

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Sonoco is proud to offer our employees the opportunity to invest in their future through saving plans such as 401(k), IRAs, and Roth IRAs. Please ask your supervisor for more information.

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 options

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services

Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family

Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance

Tuition 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.

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