Production Worker

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: Production Worker

Location: Jamesburg, NJ

Starting Pay: $23.86 an hour +$0.50 of Shift Differential pay

Shift: 3rd shift Only 10pm-6am

You will like working for us as we have amazing people and a highly collaborative culture. Global success hasn't changed our tight-knit feel - we've simply grown into a larger, more diverse family. We have thousands of jobs around the globe and encourage all of our associates to chase their dreams without having to find them in another company - it truly is a special place.

While reporting to the production shift supervisor, you will be responsible for working on the production line and ensuring the production of a quality product in a safe working environment. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success . You must have the ability to work with various teams and have a good eye to spot defects in the product or process. We have the opportunity for long term career growth and promotions for employees that take pride in learning the process, working on a team and performing at a high level.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Being able to work at a fast pace

• Removing product from the line and visually inspecting to assure quality standards

• Maintaining 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 out in other departments as needed, including but not limited to the palletizing, labeling and warehouse areas of the factory.

This position is in our plant in Jamesburg, NJ

• We expect you to be Sonoco mission driven - we have a strong commitment to employee safety!

• We would like for you to have at least 1 year in a manufacturing/warehouse environment (Field work is okay)

• You have to have a "get it done" attitude.

• To succeed in this role you will need excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is needed.

• Being reliable, having good initiative, being committed, and being quality focused is a must.

• You will need to be able to lift 25 lbs. as needed.

• Having the ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment is crucial to success.

• You will need to have the ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.

• You will need to able to perform repetitive duties, including going up and down stairs and standing for long periods of time.

• You will need to have the ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.

• Must be willing to work outside of regular shift hours including weekends if production or customer demands require it.

Apply today and help us get stronger!

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.

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.