App Pallet Jacker

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.

Hours: 5:45 pm - 6:15 am - 4 days on/ 4 days off

Location: Plant City, FL

While reporting to the Supervisor, the App Pallet Jacker / Material Handler position in our label application department is responsible for moving both raw materials and finished goods into and out of the production lines. This position works closely with the machine operators and inventory clerks by breaking down and building up pallets on each production line. Material handlers provide lifting assistance for individual operators who may not be able to see the top of the pallet stack. The successful candidate must be team-focused. Safety, quality, productivity, and a strong work ethic are important to the Sonoco culture.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs. to waist level, and 25 lbs. overhead.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and conduct repetitive motion.
• Must be able to tolerate flashing lights and/or strobes located on the labeling equipment.
• Must be able to stretch arms out to shoulder height and consistently overhead and twist, bend, and/or stoop.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.

We’d love to hear from you if:

• Read and comprehend standard work instructions
• Arrive to work on time with a strong attendance record
• An individual looking to advance with a high school diploma or GED
• Work schedules are subject to change- The operation is 24/7.

Why You’ll Like Working With US:

We care about YOU through employee development, providing excellent benefits, investing in your future and valuing diversity and inclusion.

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.