Production Associate II

Sonoco Products Company
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Wisconsin, DeForest
Jan 07, 2026
Position: Production Associate II (Seamer Operator) Schedule: 4 on 4 off; 12-hour night shifts; 6PM - 6AM Salary: $29.88 Location: DeForest, WI 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 Shift Supervisor, the Production Associate IIwill be responsible for performing various manual or mechanical product functions by operating and adjusting production equipment to meet customer specifications and perform troubleshooting on equipment as required. What you'll be doing: Operate machinery on the press line and maintain a steady flow of product. Feed raw material into feeder. Clear all line and elevator jams, and restart machinery as required. Perform all quality assurance checks in a timely manner. Standing, stooping, bending, lifting, walking for extended periods of time. Lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally. Perform repetitive finger/hand/wrist movements. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. We'd love to hear from you if: You have previous manufacturing experience and/or training. Able to communicate effectively (read, write, comprehend) in basic English. Ability to read, comprehend, and follow complicated verbal and written work instructions. Able to work the assigned schedule and overtime as required. 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.