Machine Operator III Plywood

Position Overview

Position:
Machine Operator III - Plywood Department

Location:

Hartselle, AL
Pay Rate: $23.28
Shift: First Shift (6a-2p)

Non-temperature controlled, open warehouse with hot temperatures in summer and cold temperatures in winter, sawdust and heavy noise pollution. PPE and safety items are provided.

• Work within a team to handle and process lumber from raw material to finished product.
• Make incremental process adjustments, monitor and report the quality of manufactured products.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform all duties as designated by supervisor/manager.
• Perform all duties in support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies.
• Help other departments as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for at least 8 hours.
• Think on your feet and troubleshoot problems and situations.
• Read and understand manufacturing instructions.
• Work effectively with a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Be reliable, committed, and quality-focused.

• Minimum 1-year of machine operating experience in an industrial environment.
• Extensive knowledge of personal hand tools and use them safely to operate, adjust, and maintain production equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; work well independently, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of our products and their quality requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Working knowledge of 5S is helpful but not required.

• 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.
• 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.