Assembly line worker jobs in Greenville, SC - 117 jobs

Production Worker Wage: $19.61 *overtime may be required Shift: 1st- 6:00 am-4:00 pm- Times may vary based on need. 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 Production Lead and Plant Manager, you will be responsible for performing safe and efficient unloading, processing, and storing of incoming recovered scrap. What you will be doing: Safe and efficient operation of assigned Fork Truck for use in handling bales, boxes, racks, bins, equipment, scrap rolls, etc. from one area of the plant to another. This also involves driving in the wastepaper area among other vehicles. Must be licensed by Sonoco or the designated agent. Sorting/Grading items to type for baling Unloading 53' (or like) Van Trailers consisting of baled and containerized material. Able to properly weigh, grade, and stage unloaded material. This includes the operation of cameras / smart devices to track non-conforming material. Stack and place pallets in designated area (maybe staged trailer) Maintain, complete, and turn in all unloading manifests to assigned personnel. Load outbound trailers / export containers with designated material for shipment to consuming mill. Complete trailer / container inspections. Check to ensure all material loaded meets required specifications. Understand and implement required loading patterns to maximize weights while staying within legal limits. This requires an understanding of different bale types and loading patterns. Move and stage material within the plant. Catching and properly stacking bales in designated areas. Dumping of loose materials from Gaylord containers into appropriate bunkers. Inspect equipment daily for safe operation. Record findings. Perform Daily PMs in accordance to Sonoco's Maintenance Excellence standards. Willingly participates in Sonoco Recycling's 5S standard. Stacking of Pallets. Use of hand brooms / rakes / etc. to clean around docks or designated areas of the plant or trailers. Picking up debris from the yard or perimeter of the property. Be held accountable for assigned area of the plant. Assist in cleaning conveyor pits, behind baler rams, and around the baler area. Must be proficient in the safe and efficient operation of assigned Skid Steer Loader. Feeding loose material onto infeed conveyor for baling. Unloading loose material from various sized Van trailers in a safe and efficient manner. Loading residue into open top containers for take away. Perform other tasks or duties as assigned that relate to the safety, housekeeping, or operation of the plant. Performs routine service and care of fork trucks. Document inspections. Loading and unloading trucks. Safe and efficient operation of the baler unit assigned. Operate and maintain the baling equipment for all grades. Responsible for and monitoring the automatic cycling of the baler to produce maximum-density bales. Responsible for maintaining baler production reports. Filling vacancies during absences, Perform other assigned duties as tasked. We'd love to hear from you if: Have past work experience of a fork truck and pallet jack for safe operation of handling bales, boxes, racks, bins, equipment, scrap rolls, etc. from one area of the plant to another. This also involves driving in the wastepaper area among other vehicles. Have experience with Baling System equipment & knowledge of scrap material. Can manually push, pull, and lift equipment and materials as needed. In all instances that a mechanical means is possible, it is done in this manner, but some manual exertion is still required. Can work together as a team and cooperate well with others. 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.