Production Trainer - Sonoco

Position: Production Trainer Location: Putnam, CT Pay: $24.71/hr Shift: 1st - 6:30am-3:00pm 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. Reporting directly to the Department Manager, as a Production Trainer you will be responsible for the safe operation of production equipment using standard operating procedures. Responsibilities include providing assistance in various areas of our manufacturing process as directed. Strive to meet plant goals and customer requirements. Safety is the top priority of every employee. What you will be doing: Sets example of professionalism- Entry level member of the management team. You will be committed to achieving and maintaining an injury-free workplace. Fully Qualified as a Material Handler and Inspector Packer for all tasks. Train all new Production Associates on the shift using the two week onboarding program. Re-train employees not meeting requirements or helps employees with jobs they are not familiar with or are having trouble with. Will serve as the shift lead if the shift lead is absent. Work as an Inspector Packer or Material Handler as needed. Work special projects as required. Operate PIT and documents safety checks. Complete and maintain records according to production and quality standards. Perform & document preventative maintenance. Maintain cleanliness of manufacturing and storage areas using 5S standards. Other duties as required. OT required at times We'd love to hear from you if: Can maintain cleanliness of manufacturing and storage areas using 5S standards. Can performs all duties in a manner that demonstrates the highest level of quality and safety. Typically requires a high school diploma and solid manufacturing experience. Have a desire to eventually move into other leadership roles. 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. Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE:SON) is a global provider of consumer, industrial, healthcare and protective packaging. With annualized net sales of approximately $5.2 billion, the Company has 20,000 employees working in more than 300 operations in 34 countries serving some of the world’s best-known brands in some 85 nations. Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities that support our corporate purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life. The Company was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies 2021 as well as being included in Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row.