Spiral Technician I

Location: Neenah, WI
Position: Spiral Technician I, II, III
Pay Range: $25.33 - $34.91
Shift: 3rd 10:45pm - 6:45 am (shift differential $0.75) Sunday-Thursday

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.

The Spiral Technician I is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of spiral winding machinery to produce quality paper cores and tubes. This entry-level position involves foundational tasks related to machine setup, material handling, and quality control.

What your will be doing:

• Operate and monitor spiral winding machines, ensuring proper setup and continuous operation.
• Load and unload raw materials (paperboard, glue) onto the machinery as required.
• Perform basic adjustments to machine settings under supervision.
• Conduct visual inspections of finished products for quality defects and adherence to specifications.
• Measure and verify product dimensions using appropriate tools (e.g., calipers, tape measure).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to all safety protocols and company policies.
• Assist higher-level technicians with more complex machine troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.
• Document production data accurately and completely.
• Follow all established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding production status and issues.

We'd love to hear from you if:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout a shift.
• Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment is a plus, but not required.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.

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.