General Laborer

Position: General Laborer
Location: Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Pay: Starting at $21.55 plus shift differentials with a generous benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision.
Shifts: This is a rotating shift - The shift rotations are like this: 7 days 11-7 then 2 days off, 7 days 3-11 then 1 day off, 7 days 7-3 then 4 days off.
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 Production Supervisor, as a Laborer you will work in a variety of departments. Must be able to meet all physical and vision requirements and obtain Power Truck Operator license. 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 be dedicated to providing quality product in a safe manner. You will take pride in your personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail.
Day to day responsibilities include:
Collaborating closely with other departments and teams
Having the ability to think on your feet and troubleshoot problems and situations
Making incremental process adjustments, monitor and report quality of manufactured product.
Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills to setup new jobs and operate various machines is very important.
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 other departments as needed
This position is in our Paper Mill plant in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
We expect you to be Sonoco mission driven.
Previous experience in the paper industry is extremely helpful.
You have to have a “get it done” attitude and an urgency to resolve problems/tasks.
To succeed you must learn basic computer functions and be able to read and use measuring devices.
Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is needed.
You need to have working knowledge of our products and their quality requirements.
Being reliable, having good initiative, being committed, and being quality focused is a must.
Must maintain a Company Industrial Lift Truck operator’s license.
You will need to be able to climb, e.g., ladders, catwalk, reel stand, etc. 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 repetitious duties, including climbing stairs and standing for long periods of time and work in extremely hot areas.
You will need to have the ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
No prior manufacturing experience required.
We care about the health and wellness of you and your family. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that makes it easier to manage your health and provide financial security for you and your family.
Apply today and help us get stronger!
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.