Slitter Assistant

Sonoco Products Company
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Waco
6501 Texas Central Parkway (Show on map)
Jan 28, 2025
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. Position: Slitter Assistant Location: Waco, Texas Wage: $20.44 Job Status: Full Time Work Schedule: Rotating shifts; 7am - 3pm; 3pm - 11pm; 11pm - 7am; rotate every four weeks. While reporting to the Shift Supervisor as the Slitter Operator Assistant, you will be responsible for preparing packages according to written or computer-generated orders. Essential Functions Assisting Slitter Operators in any secondary slitting operations with the primary focus of increasing NEFPM on the assigned shift. Training to operate folder/perforator when material scheduled for machine. Assisting Slitter Operator in the areas of: Moving and wrapping pallets, staging rolls to be slit, keeping department supplied with necessary materials, cutting cores, emptying trash and trim bins, reclaiming rolls on re-winder, and packing rolls with proper labels, boxes, and pallets. Assuring samples are collected for QA/Customer Service as requested on the work order. Reviewing scheduling list, prepares required materials to properly execute production of production orders, keep recyclables, cores, cardboard, etc. segregated and stored in an orderly fashion, and operate slitter equipment and fills in for PTO and/or absences as requested and/or require. Qualifications A High School Diploma or equivalent education and six to twelve months' work experience is typically needed to become proficient in most aspects of the job. Must have good reading and math skills to properly understand and run orders and be able to read ruler and measure in inches (to 1/16"), centimeters and millimeters. Requires the ability to understand work orders as it relates to customer specifications on the work order. Can read and interpret work orders, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch or crawl, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Having experience operating a forklift or lift truck is a great plus. Competency Statements Accountability: The extent to which an individual is willing to accept responsibility. Accuracy: The extent to which an individual's work is correct and error free within Sonoco's policies and guidelines. Adaptability: The extent to which an individual can fit into a changing work environment. Communication, Oral & Written: The extent to which an individual communicates with clarity, actively engaging in conversations to clearly understand others' message and intent, and to receive and process feedback. Organized: The ability of the individual to be structured and methodical in working skills. Problem Solving: The ability to recognize courses of action which can be taken to handle problems or potential problems. Safety Awareness: The ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. Required Education High School Diploma or GED Other Physical Requirements Vision Sense of Touch Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Hearing Protection, Safety Glasses, Gloves, Hair Net) Uniforms Provided Work Environment Work is performed indoors in a manufacturing setting with regular exposure to cold, heat, noise and moving machines/equipment. *MUST BE WILLING TO WORK OVERTIME AND WEEKEND SHIFTS AS NEEDED.* *SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF CERTIFICATION TEST IS REQUIRED WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.* 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. 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.