Sonoco · 5 days ago
Production Associate: Mig Welder
Hartselle, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expSonoco is a global leader in packaging solutions with a commitment to innovation and sustainability. The Mig Welder / Production Associate will perform various tasks to support production operations, including Mig welding, inspection, and general housekeeping of the work area.
ChemicalIndustrialManufacturingPackaging ServicesPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Mig Weld mild steel together to form the finished product
Sheet material range from 16GA – ¼” thick with occasional ¾” plate
Flat Bar 3/16” – 1 ½ thick, 3” I-Beam @ 7.5 pounds per foot, and structural tubing ranging from 1 ¼” Square – 3” x 4” Rectangle
Fitting and forming parts for welding is required in certain jobs
Inspection and grinding is also required in certain jobs
Ability to lift 30-50 pounds is required
Has ability to work in accordance with safety and quality standards
Ability to work collaboratively with all functions within the plant (safety, quality, maintenance & management)
Responsible for general housekeeping (5S) of work area and department
Mig Welding with .045 wire and perform fillet and butt joints
Ability to read drawings and Route Sheets to determine the proper job requirements
Flexible as individuals are trained on multiple jobs and weld positions
Qualification
Required
Ability to work in accordance with safety and quality standards
Ability to work collaboratively with all functions within the plant (safety, quality, maintenance & management)
Responsible for general housekeeping (5S) of work area and department
Mig Welding with .045 wire and perform fillet and butt joints
Ability to read drawings and Route Sheets to determine the proper job requirements
Flexible as individuals are trained on multiple jobs and weld positions
Ability to lift 30-50 pounds
At least 2 years in a manufacturing/warehouse environment
Robotic Welding experience
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously
Working knowledge of products and their quality requirements
Being reliable, having good initiative, being committed, and being quality focused
Ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment
Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions
Ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail
Preferred
Sonoco mission driven
Get it done attitude and an urgency to resolve problems/tasks
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
Company
Sonoco
Sonoco is a manufacturer of consumer, industrial, healthcare, and protective packaging.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.83B2025-07-15Post Ipo Equity· $30M
2024-09-17Post Ipo Debt· $1.8B
2016-11-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Vicki Arthur
SVP/GM Plastics and Protective Solution businesses
John Pontrello
Vice President Operations, Consumer - North America
Recent News
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