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$42k per year
Location
In office (Hartselle)
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026. Sonoco scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Sonoco Products Company is a packaging manufacturer headquartered in Hartsville, South Carolina, producing metal cans and aerosol containers, rigid paper containers, industrial tubes and cores, recycled paperboard and protective and specialty plastic packaging. Founded in 1899 and listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it runs plants and recycling operations in more than 30 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia. It hires machine operators, production and utility workers, maintenance and reliability technicians, safety and QEHS coordinators, engineers, shift supervisors, accountants and commercial analysts, plus engineering and HR interns.
Position: Material Handler I - Lumber Department

Location: Hartselle Wood Reels

Pay Rate: $21.58/hour + $1.50 Shift Diff

Shift: Third (10p-6a) with some OT

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 Team Lead as a Material Handler, you’ll play a key role in the movement and organization of raw materials and finished wood reels throughout the facility. You’ll work closely with production, shipping, and inventory teams to ensure materials are delivered efficiently and safely.

Responsibilities:

  • Load, unload, and transport wood components and finished reels using forklifts and other equipment
  • Collaborate with production team members to facilitate product/material flow and achieve critical line metrics.
  • Assist the plant in various areas
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the work area and department, as well as 5S standards.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of quantities loaded or unloaded.
  • Execute all tasks safely and efficiently.
  • Conduct a daily inspection of the material handling equipment.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Prior experience in material handling or warehouse operations a plus
  • Excellent attendance is crucial to ensure the team's success.
  • A proven record of success in a fast-paced environment is required.
  • You must be able to collaborate well with different teams and be attentive to identifying discrepancies.
  • You'll take pride in your analytical and hands-on abilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
  • Physical requirements include being able to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for at least 8 hours.
  • You should be able to read and comprehend manufacturing instructions.
  • You'll be required to work overtime when necessary.

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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