Production Associate II

Sonoco • Horsham, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate II performs production work in a manufacturing environment, reporting directly to the Shift Supervisor. The role supports safe, secure, and food-safe operations; handles packaging materials and raw materials; assists with production equipment; inspects product quality; and performs housekeeping tasks. Employees may also be assigned other duties by management.

The position is based in Horsham, Pennsylvania, pays $26.42 per hour, and lists a third shift schedule of 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Employees must be able to work nights and days and work 12-hour shifts. Regular overtime and/or being on call may be required. Work may take place in hot and cold environments.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively instruct and train other employees.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to operate and functionally use a computer.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work, meet deadlines, and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout a shift.
• Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear in designated areas and follow safety practices.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and work nights and days.
• Ability to work overtime on a regular basis and/or be on call as directed by management.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Follow established job safety practices, policies, and procedures for safe performance of work assignments.
• Support and follow Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines and the food safety system.
• Help maintain a safe and secure work environment by correcting unsafe acts or conditions, participating in monthly safety meetings, performing monthly safety inspections, and investigating accidents as required.
• Follow company policies, Standard Operating Procedures, practices, and Sonoco’s Global Code of Conduct.
• Stage and maintain packaging materials.
• Place work order tickets on finished skids.
• Feed raw materials into machinery.
• Perform and assist with maintaining production equipment as required.
• Visually inspect materials during production and notify the mechanic or Shift Supervisor of quality defects.
• Perform cleanup, painting, and housekeeping duties.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Wellbeing tools and resources, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company-paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans, including life, personal accident, and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed