Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician I

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 Plant Engineer, as a IMRT you will be responsible for performing maintenance tasks, specifically proactive tasks, necessary to provide high quality, efficient, timely shipment of Sonoco products.  Safety, quality, productivity, and strong work ethic are important to the Sonoco culture. 

• →Installing and maintaining auxiliary equipment as required by production.  
• →Maintaining and repairing utility and facility-related equipment as directed by the Plant Engineer.  
• →Assisting/training other maintenance personnel with repairs, PM’s, and rebuilds.  

• →Collaborating closely with other departments and teams for proactive problem resolutions.  
• →Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.  
• →Manage small projects to maintain or upgrade equipment.  
• →Performing all duties in support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies.  

• You have experience in an industrial environment or military experience.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, industrial and motor controls preferred.
• Comfortable with mechanical lifts, ladders, kneeling, bending and twisting; lifting up to 50 lbs. 
• Working independently and managing multiple tasks in an off-shift position with rotating shifts that will require overtime including weekends.