Material Handler I - $21.51/Hr, M-F, 1st Shift:6am - 2pm
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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: Material Handler I

Wage: $21.51/hr

Shift: 1st: 6am - 2pm Location: Franklin Park, IL Reports to: Production Supervisor

While reporting to the production supervisor, you will be responsible for the flow of raw material, finished goods, and work in progress material within the Thermoforming Department. Safety is our first concern, and the team is expected to comply with all safety rules & regulations. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success and be able to adapt to a fast-paced environment. You will take pride in your personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail. Responsibilities: * Load and unload incoming and outgoing Materials and Products * Conduct Roll splice operations * Change and Empty Gaylords * Transport Gaylords to Staging Area * Comply with Plant Safety Rules and Guidelines * Inspect Regrind for Contamination (Large Chunks, PVC Mixture) Correctly label materials, drain cyclones and ensure that they do not back up into the socks, drain socks when needed, spot rolls into roll carts. * Operate the Tugs * You will need to able to lift up 50lbs as needed * Demonstrate knowledge of raw material types * To succeed in this role, you will need to have good written and communication skills. * Must be willing to work outside of regular shift hours including weekends if production or customer demands require it. * Having the ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment. * Safely operate electric and manual pallet jacks. * Perform all duties as designated by Supervisor/ Manager/ Lead.

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.