Production Worker-1 Sonoco Products Company paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Virginia, Madison Heights Sep 14, 2026

Position:

Production worker I

Location:

Madison Heights

Rate:

18.10

Shift:

7:00AM-3:30PM 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. What you'll be doing: Tagging, weighing, and storing materials in the proper place/area.

Notify Supervision if the material is substandard for any reason.

Unload scrap material from enclosed trailers and flatbeds using a fork truck or electric pallet jack. Refer to Corp. Safety & Health Policy# 7 .22 for proper truck/trailer lockout procedures

Safe and efficient operation of the baler unit assigned.

Operate and maintain the baling equipment for all grades.

Responsible for and monitoring the automatic cycling of the baler to produce maximum-density bales.

All boxes of material must be checked for contamination before being emptied into the loose scrap bins or baler.

Assists in collecting materials from various collection points using lift trucks and/or hand carts.

Sorting/Grading items to type for baling

Responsible for maintaining baler production reports.

Handle bales carefully to prevent breakage.

Safe and efficient operation of a Fork Truck for use in handling bales, boxes, racks, bins, equipment, scrap rolls, etc. from one area of the plant to another. This also involves driving in the wastepaper area among other vehicles. Must be licensed by Sonoco or the designated agent.

Performs routine service and care of fork trucks. Documents inspections.

Loading and unloading trucks.

Spotting trailers for loading or unloading.

Prepares carriers for shipping wastepaper & other materials.

Matches bill-of-laden with correct trailer (weight in & out) and records weights in office.

Maintain proper housekeeping around the baler, plant areas, and loading dock daily.

Performs repair work and/or welding to the extent of knowledge to perform repair functions safely.

Filling vacancies during absences.

Perform other tasks or duties as assigned that relate to the safety, housekeeping, or operation of the plant. 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.