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: Thermoforming Lead Tech I (Coordinator)

Location: Franklin Park, IL

Shift: 3rd shift - 10pm - 6am

Wage: $28.08/hr

Night shift differential $1.00/hour

Must be able to work overtime when needed.

While reporting to the Supervisor, as a Lead Tech (Thermoforming Coordinator), you will be responsible for leading operations of all production equipment and employees in a safe manner. Safety, quality, productivity and strong work ethic are important to the Sonoco culture.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Ensure safety of personnel and equipment are the highest priority within manufacturing, correct non compliance
Meet or exceed expected performance metrics, including Safety and Quality
Establish process documents to set up machines based on parameters
Identify root cause and make necessary corrections, collaborate with multiple departments
Oversee production operation of equipment
Integrate continuous improvement initiatives
· Have Safety of the personnel and equipment be the highest priority for the operation
· Ensure items produced meet quality standards by conducting QA testing, documenting results and correcting process or material issues when defects are identified.
· Verify and set machine parameters according to established process sheets.
· Ensure production lines have proper material according to production order.
· Oversee the operation of thermoforming, automation and auxiliary equipment.
· Assists with set up of machines as needed. Provide leadership with process start-up on the lines.
· Follow procedures for daily, weekly machine inspection, preventive maintenance. Address issues with supervisory and maintenance staff.
· Ability to troubleshoot thermoforming machines, including TSL.
· Identify root causes and make necessary corrections for problems such as parts sticking, webs, splits, snaps, forming, angel hair and poor trim.
· Follow GMPs regarding food contact packaging as it pertains to the employee. Follow product safety, food safety and quality standards.
· Practice safe work habits and follows all general safety procedures, such as Energy Isolation, Hazard Communication, PPE. Ensure lockout procedures are strictly followed any time equipment is being maintained and or cleaned.

We’d love to hear from you if:

Must have proven, effective leadership experience
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Experience working in a strong safety culture
Must be available to work any shift
2-4 years of experience in a manufacturing setting
Experience in Thermoforming/Plastics industry
Associates degree in related fields (Preferred)
Must be able to communicate with all levels of the organization (writing, speaking and reading)
Must be able to use and understand simple mathematics, using addition, subtraction, fractions and decimals
Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus

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.