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Finishing Operator II

Sonoco
Sonoco Salary
Hickory, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026
Position: Finishing Operator II

Pay: $23.26/hr

Shift: 3rd - 7 PM to 5 AM

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 Supervisor, as the Finishing Operator, you will be responsible for meeting all safety requirements for operating equipment in assigned area, keeping equipment and work area in order, meeting quality standards, and working well with others to complete daily tasks.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Meet all safety requirements for operating equipment in assigned area
  • Keep equipment and work area in order
  • Maintain good housekeeping practices
  • Meet quality standards established for the department
  • Work well with others to complete daily tasks
  • Wear protective gear when required
  • Participate in scheduled team meetings and contests
  • Attend all required safety training
  • Adhere to all Sonoco policies and procedures
  • Maintain a positive attitude and focus on teamwork

We’d Love To Hear From You If

  • You have previous manufacturing experience and/or training
  • Read and comprehend standard work instructions, math and measuring
  • Arrive to work on time with a strong attendance record
  • An individual looking to advance with a high school diploma or GED
  • Work schedules are subject to change- The operation is 24/7.

We Offer

  • Competitive wages with scheduled annual increases
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered on day one of employment
  • Paid time off (vacation, holiday, sick, volunteer, etc.)
  • 401(k) retirement program with company match
  • Short-term and long-term disability programs
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program

Sonoco is proud to offer our employees the opportunity to invest in their future through saving plans such as 401(k), IRAs, and Roth IRAs. Please ask your supervisor for more information.

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.

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