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Machine Assembly

Sonoco
Sonoco Salary
De Kalb, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2025

Position : Machine Assembly

Location : Dekalb, IL

Wage :   $25.67

Shift : 1st Shift : 6 : 00AM – 2 : 30PM

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.

While reporting directly to the Shift Supervisor, the following job description outlines the essential functions of each level of role within the Machinery department.  The following lists are not exhaustive, and the employee in each of these roles is expected to assume any and all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in the following.

What You’ll Be Doing :

  • Demonstrate strong mechanical skills to assemble machinery, sub-assemblies, and different components as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
  • Perform adjustments and troubleshooting throughout the building and testing process
  • General proficiency with electrical and pneumatics, as well their use in control and power applications related to machinery
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics
  • Working knowledge of PLC’s for wiring and installation
  • Quality inspections using various measuring instruments such as a tape measure, calipers, etc.
  • Ability to interact in a professional manner with fellow employees
  • Ability to assemble 1-2 types of machines without mistakes within the allotted amount of time

We’d love to hear from you if :

  • High School or equivalent, vocational or journeyman preferred
  • Ability to read / write and follow verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to read, understand and work from blueprints, sketches, and work orders
  • Must have a working knowledge of shop math and general hand tools, manufacturing experience preferred
  • Perform all tasks in a safety-conscious manner
  • Healthy attitude to work within a team environment
  • Strong Mechanical Aptitude
  • Forklift

    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
  • Salary : $26

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