Position: Packaging Technician
Location: Newport, TN
Position: Packaging Technician
Pay; $24.05/hr


**Must be willing 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:
• Work in a team environment to meet safety goals and production targets
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area
• Fulfill simple and basic tasks such as drywall finishing, painting, roofing, minor plumbing, and general repairs
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers
• Use standard measuring devices and tools
• Follow all safety policies and procedures
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

We’d love to hear from you if:
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Available for overtime hours when needed
• Flexible schedule – able to move between shifts if necessary

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.