Production Associate II

Sonoco • Horsham, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sonoco is hiring a Production Associate II in Horsham, Pennsylvania. Reporting directly to the Shift Supervisor, this role supports production operations by staging packaging materials, feeding raw materials into machinery, assisting with production equipment maintenance, and inspecting materials for quality. The associate also supports safety and food safety programs, maintains a safe and secure work environment, and performs housekeeping duties. Employees may be assigned additional duties by management.

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, prioritize, 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 and follow safety practices.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to work overtime regularly 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.
• Must be able to work nights and days.

Responsibilities

• Comply with established job safety practices, policies, and procedures for safe work performance.
• Support and follow the SQF food safety system guidelines.
• 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 production equipment maintenance as required.
• Visually inspect materials during production and notify the mechanic or Shift Supervisor of quality defects.
• Perform cleanup, painting, and housekeeping duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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