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General Laborer - Paper Mill

Employer
Sonoco
Location
Wisconsin Rapids
Salary
19.15 USD Hourly

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Industry
Construction
Role
Other
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time
Position: General Labor

Location: Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Pay: Starting at $19.15 /hour initial training and laborer rate

Advance to $24.00-$24.27/hour in as little as 15 days after training at a position

Shift Differential adder, $0.85/hour for 2nd Shift, $1.05/hour for 3rd Shift
Double time for Sunday and holidays
Holiday pay from day one
1 floating holiday and 3 birthday holidays
Eligible for vacation after probationary period
Company contribution to Health Saving Account
Eligible for Gainsharing and Profit Sharing
Generous 401k with company contribution and match, and a generous benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision.

Shifts: This is a rotating shift - The shift rotations are like this: 7 days 11-7 then 2 days off, 7 days 3-11 then 1 day off, 7 days 7-3 then 4 days off.

Open availability is required , this is a relief position, employees may be asked to work a variety of first, second and third shifts. Sometimes some employees can work all three shifts in any given week depending on where the openings are. We will try to give employees 5 days on a single shift if possible, but there are no guarantees. The employee may also work the later shifts multiple weeks in a row.

While reporting to the Production Supervisor, as a Laborer you will work in a variety of departments. Must be able to meet all physical and vision requirements and obtain Power Truck Operator license. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. You must have a proven record of success in a fast-paced environment. You must have the ability to work with various teams and be dedicated to providing quality product in a safe manner. You will take pride in your personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail.

Day to day responsibilities include:
Collaborating closely with other departments and teams

Having the ability to think on your feet and troubleshoot problems and situations

Making incremental process adjustments, monitor and report quality of manufactured product.

Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills to setup new jobs and operate various machines is very important.

Maintaining a safe, clean and organized work area.

Performing all duties as designated by supervisor/manager.

Performing all duties in support of Sonoco s quality and safety policies.

Helping out other departments as needed

This position is in our Paper Mill plant in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
We expect you to be Sonoco mission driven.

Previous experience in the paper industry is extremely helpful.

You have to have a "get it done" attitude and an urgency to resolve problems/tasks.

To succeed you must learn basic computer functions and be able to read and use measuring devices.

Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is needed.

You need to have working knowledge of our products and their quality requirements.

Being reliable, having good initiative, being committed, and being quality focused is a must.

Must maintain a Company Industrial Lift Truck operator s license.

You will need to be able to climb, e.g., ladders, catwalk, reel stand, etc. as needed.

Having the ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment is crucial to success.

You will need to have the ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.

You will need to able to perform repetitious duties, including climbing stairs and standing for long periods of time and work in extremely hot areas.

You will need to have the ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.

No prior manufacturing experience required.

We care about the health and wellness of you and your family. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that makes it easier to manage your health and provide financial security for you and your family.

_Apply today and help us get stronger!_

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.15 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Night shift
Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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