General Laborer

Company: Sonoco
Location: Wisconsin Rapids
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

*WI Rapids - Core Converting Plant **Pay: * Starting at *$19.15 */hour initial training and laborer rateAdvance to $24.00-$24.27/hour in as little as 15 days after training at a positionShift Differential adder, $0.85/hour for 2nd Shift, $1.05/hour for 3rd Shift* Double time for Sunday and holidays* Holiday pay from day one* 1 floating holiday and 3 birthday holidays* Eligible for vacation after probationary period* Company contribution to Health Saving Account* Eligible for Gainsharing and Profit Sharing* Generous 401k with company contribution and match, and a generous benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision.*Shift: *Rotating shift Schedule; 5 days 11-7, 3-11, or 7-3; some saturdaysYou will like working for us as we have amazing people and a highly collaborative culture. Global success hasn't changed our tight-knit feel - we've simply grown into a larger, more diverse family. We have thousands of jobs around the globe and encourage all of our associates to chase their dreams without having to find them in another company - it truly is a special place.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 neededThis position is in our Core Converting plant in beautiful 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 in this role you will need excellent written and verbal communication skills* 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.* You will need to be able to lift up to 60 lbs. 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 stairs and standing for long periods of time.* 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!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.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $19.15 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shiftAbility to commute/relocate:* Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: One location

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