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Maintenance Reliability Technician Apprentice

Sonoco
Sonoco Salary
Greenville, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/24/2025

Position : Maintenance Reliability Technician Apprentice

Location : Greenville, WI

Wage :   Starting at $20.91 / hour

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.

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 to the Plant Engineer as the Maintenance Reliability Technician Apprentice, you will be responsible for coordinating and supervising the activities of our production workers.

What You’ll Be Doing :

The Apprenticeship Program will train the Maintenance Reliability Technician Apprentice in the fields of electrical, mechanical and robotics to drive reliability and maintenance functions for the equipment in this plant. The entry level apprenticeship will require a minimum of 30 hours On-The-Job training per week while attending technical school training with the goal of receiving an Associates Degree in Mechatronics in 3 years.

We’d love to hear from you if :

  • You can perform work under minimal supervision
  • You can handle complex issues and problems, and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff
  • You possess comprehensive knowledge of subject matter
  • You can act as a lead and provide leadership, coaching, and / or mentoring to a subordinate group.

Additional Information :

The goal of the Apprenticeship Program is to recruit and train our future skilled maintenance labor force to drive strong reliability maintenance practices that keep our equipment safe and profitable for many years. Training in the multi-craft fields of electrical, mechanical and robotics will keep Sonoco in tune with the rest of industry and develop strong talent to lead our Maintenance Departments in the future.

Length of Apprenticeship

4 years with a pay increase yearly after On-the-Job Training competencies have been met and employee is still within good standing.

Testing Requirements

Must pass WorkKeys-Maintenance Apprentice prior to Apprenticeship.

Education Requirements

  • Must complete Associates degree / certificate in Mechatronics or equivalent (program must be approved through Corporate ME). Must maintain a 3.0 average during schooling or will result in termination of Apprenticeship contract and employee will go back into entry level labor pool
  • Course work must be completed outside normal working hours. Normal working hours will be decided upon by Plant Engineer, On-the-Job Trainer and Apprentice with expectations of at least 30 hours / week.
  • Sonoco will pay for 100% of schooling after grants / scholarships. Candidate must stay with Sonoco at least 3 years after degree is obtained or they must pay back cost of schooling.
  • On the Job Training Requirements :

  • Candidate must complete all elements of On-the-Job Training within 4 years. Candidate must meet annual goals for competencies to be eligible for pay increases.
  • 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
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