Job Description

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: Injection Molding Process Technician

Location: Forest City, NC

Rate: $25.95/hr

Shift: Rotating 1st & 2nd shifts OR 3rd shift - 8 hours shifts but must be willing to work overtime and some weekends.

Retention Bonus: $2,500 paid out in four 90 day increments

While reporting to the plant Superintendent, you will be responsible for process troubleshooting and set up of injection molded plastic products. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. The ideal candidate has a proven record of success in fast-paced environments. He/she must have the ability to work with various teams and successfully troubleshoot, repair and adjust equipment as needed. The successful candidate for this position takes pride in hands-on and analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail.

Day to day responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring the safe and efficient operation and set-up of complex injection molding equipment
• Start up and troubleshooting machines
• Setting and adjusting molds prior to production
• Processing test runs and preparing records for other teams to review
• Develop certified processes
• Implement scientific molding processes on existing molds
• Provide training to other employees in scientific molding principles
• Basic machine and mold PM's
• Maintaining a clean work environment at all times
• Following all aspects of maintenance safety protocol
• Contributing to a highly productive, efficient and team-oriented work environment

Required Skills and Experience:

• Expect Incumbent to be Sonoco mission driven
• Able to troubleshoot an injection molding process to root cause; 5 + years experience
• Strong RJG/scientific molding background
• Must have good computer skills; Excel, Word, Windows, Internet, etc.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position, secondary education is preferred
• Have a “get it done” attitude and an urgency to resolve problems/tasks
• Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is needed
• Ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment is crucial to success
• Must have excellent math skills, English language reading and writing skills, basic mechanical skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Supervisory experience is preferred but not required

We care about the health and wellness of you and your family. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that makes it easier to manage your health and provide financial security for you and your family.

Apply today to join our team!

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.