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Full-time
high school
Medical coverage, Dental coverage, Vision coverage, FSA, HSA, 401(k) retirement plan
Posted 24d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Finishing Operator is responsible for operating equipment safely while maintaining quality standards and a clean work area. They must also collaborate with team members to complete daily tasks and participate in required safety training.
Requirements
Candidates should have previous manufacturing or machine operator experience and the ability to read and comprehend standard work instructions. A high school diploma or GED is required for this position.
Full job description
Position: Finishing Operator II Pay: $23.96/hr + .40 shift differential Shift: 3rd - 6:30PM to 4:30AM, M-Th
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, specifically machine operator experience
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.
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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Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and paper consumer and industrial packaging. The Company had net sales of $7.5 billion from continuing operations in 2025 and has approximately 22,000 employees working in 265 operations in 37 countries, serving some of the world’s best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future.
Sonoco was proudly named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune in 2026 as well as one of America’s Most Admired and Responsible Companies by Fortune and Newsweek and by USA TODAY’s list of America’s Climate Leaders. For more information on the Company, visit our website at www.sonoco.com.
Our integrated packaging solutions help define brand personalities, create unique customer experiences and enhance the quality of products and the quality of life for people around the world.
It’s all in the service of our purpose: Better Packaging. Better Life.
Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities. Sonoco was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2021 as well as being included in Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row.
Learn more at Sonoco.com.
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