What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emerging Leaders Program- RPC Division position at Sonoco?
Sonoco’s Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is your pathway to becoming one of Sonoco’s future business leaders. For over four decades, this selective program has been a cornerstone of career growth for professionals starting their journey with us.
Grounded in our mission to empower emerging leaders to excel as leaders, teammates, and followers who consistently do the right thing, ELP offers full-time positions designed for recent college graduates that go beyond a traditional first job. Over 24 months, associates gain hands-on experience, personalized leadership development, and coaching tailored to their unique strengths — all while building connections with other emerging leaders across the company.
With access to our diverse portfolio of businesses, ELP associates are empowered to shape their careers, contribute to Sonoco’s culture, and deliver meaningful impact from day one — growing into the well-rounded, value-driven leaders of tomorrow.
Your time spent in the ELP will cover specific core objectives as follows (but not limited to):
We have 4 openings, specific to our RPC division. The ELP role will be a part of our Rigid Paper & Containers; Orlando, FL facility, OR Chicago, IL OR Jackson TN OR Lexington, KY OR Cincinnati, OH.
We Are Looking For Students Who
Compensation
The annual base salary range for Non-Technical Degrees is between $67,000 and $70,000
The annual base salary range for Technical Degrees is between $76,000 and $82,500
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.
Grounded in our mission to empower emerging leaders to excel as leaders, teammates, and followers who consistently do the right thing, ELP offers full-time positions designed for recent college graduates that go beyond a traditional first job. Over 24 months, associates gain hands-on experience, personalized leadership development, and coaching tailored to their unique strengths — all while building connections with other emerging leaders across the company.
With access to our diverse portfolio of businesses, ELP associates are empowered to shape their careers, contribute to Sonoco’s culture, and deliver meaningful impact from day one — growing into the well-rounded, value-driven leaders of tomorrow.
Your time spent in the ELP will cover specific core objectives as follows (but not limited to):
- Technical Skills Training - Safety, Quality, Scheduling, Customer satisfaction
- Leadership Training – Supervisory skills, Performance Management, Mentorship
- Business Insights - Accountability, Execution, Risk Taking, Budgeting
- Culture Integration – including Communication, Collaboration and Innovation
We have 4 openings, specific to our RPC division. The ELP role will be a part of our Rigid Paper & Containers; Orlando, FL facility, OR Chicago, IL OR Jackson TN OR Lexington, KY OR Cincinnati, OH.
We Are Looking For Students Who
- Have or will obtain a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Technology or Business by December 2025 or May 2026
- Previous internship experience (preferably in Manufacturing or functional area)
- Proven leadership experience
- Desire to work in a Manufacturing environment
- Technical aptitude
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Compensation
The annual base salary range for Non-Technical Degrees is between $67,000 and $70,000
The annual base salary range for Technical Degrees is between $76,000 and $82,500
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.
Salary : $67,000 - $82,500