Process Technician - Optimizer Saw - 1st Shift

Sonoco Products Company
$24.98 / HR
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Alabama, Hartselle
Mar 10, 2025
Position: Process Tech - Optimizer Saw Location: Hartselle, AL - Wood Reels Pay: $24.98 / HR Shift: 1 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: Process Technician - Optimizer Saw Reports to: Department Supervisor Pay rate: $24.98 The primary duties of this position are to operate the optimizer saw.Other duties include loading the machine with material, cleaning it out when necessary, and keeping it running smoothly through regular preventative maintenance tasks. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will regularly be exposed to moving mechanical parts, hot/cold temperatures, and loud noises. The noise level in the work environment can fluctuate from quiet to loud and ear protection may be required. Temperatures inside the facility may vary from cool to warm throughout the day. This position requires constant standing and walking, frequent bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The employee must have good manual dexterity, grasping, writing, sitting, standing, and walking capabilities. They must also have good computer, phone, and communication skills to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors. This position requires basic math and basic English language skills. Experience working with computers is a must. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs like Excel and Word is preferred. High school diploma or equivalent education is preferred. 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.