Maintenance Mechanic I

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: Maintenance Mechanic I

Shift: Rotating Shift Schedule 6pm-6am- 12 hour shifts, 3 days one week, 4 days the following, off every other weekend

Pay Rate  $26.78/hour

Night shift differential $1.00/hour

Franklin Park, IL

While reporting to the Plant Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for performing all duties in a safe manner. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. You will take pride in your personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail.

• Qualifications:

• Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects/responsibilities at same time.
• Self-motivated and pro-active.
• Able to read prints, perform measurements, perform basic math operations.
• Proficient with typical business software, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email, and the Internet.
• Taking or willing to take courses in industrial technology and electricity, up to and including associate’s degree. High school program in industrial technology or higher level preferred.

• Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Safety: Zero (0) injuries. Will be required to support and/or lead safety initiatives for department and/or plant. Will be required to perform safety audits and training.
• Assist other tool change personnel with tooling changes and set up.
• Perform maintenance tasks on tooling, including washing molds and mold beds, replacing worn parts, properly storing tools and parts.
• Completing required measurements, checklists, work orders, and other required paperwork to complete tool changes.
• Participate in shop SPS activities, including 5S, PM, and DTM projects.

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.