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Sonoco

General Laborer

Menasha, WI

$70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

General Laborer Pay: $27.98 Shifts: 12 hour shifts: 7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7am (rotating) as well as ... The pay increases to $29.98 after 60 days worked (probation) Employees have the potential of ...

Sonoco Products Company

General Laborer

Menasha, WI · On-site

$70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

General Laborer Pay: $27.98 Shifts: 12 hour shifts: 7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7am (rotating) as well as ... The pay increases to $29.98 after 60 days worked (probation) Employees have the potential of ...

GB Packaging

3rd Shift - General Laborer

De Pere, WI · On-site

$23.40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Compensation and Benefits As a General Laborer, you'll start out making $23.40 per hour on day one with room to grow. You will have access to our two health and wellness clinics. Services are ...

Torrance Casting

General Laborer

La Crosse, WI · On-site

$22.02 - $25.97/hr

As a General Laborer, your days will fly by as you stay busy in one or more areas of our foundry working independently or in a team. Work Schedule * 2nd Shift 2 pm-10 pm (additional shift ...

Groome Industrial Service Group

General Laborer

Dale, WI · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

About the Position Groome Industrial Service Group is seeking a General Laborer who will perform ... Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 60 days of full-time employment. * 401(k) after the ...

Veritas Steel LLC

General Laborer/Fabricator

Wausau, WI · On-site

$26.47/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Pension Program A Day in the Life: As a General Laborer/Fabricator employed at Veritas Steel's Wausau location, you are responsible for grinding, drilling, shop clean-up, and miscellaneous tasks. You ...

Stainless Piping Specialists

General Laborer

Omro, WI · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... seeking Full time General Labor positions with opportunities to train & grow within the ... First shift days. This is a great opportunity for someone seeking an entry-level position and ...

Manpower

General Laborer/Utility

Mukwonago, WI

$19 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

As a General Laborer, you will be part of the production support team, assisting with various ... Consistent daytime hours with a structured schedule * Potential for skill development in ...

pca

GENERAL LABORER

Franklin, WI

$23/hr

General Labor 1st and 2nd Shift Starting Wage - $23.00 RESPONSIBILITIES: Work as part of a team in ... Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel. Ability to ...

pca

GENERAL LABORER

Franklin, WI

$23/hr

General Labor 1st and 2nd Shift Starting Wage - $23.00 RESPONSIBILITIES: Work as part of a team in ... Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel. Ability to ...

The Wells Companies Inc.

FIELD LABORER

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ABOUT THE ROLE Performs general labor duties as part of a precast installation crew, working safely ... Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? At ...

The Wells Companies Inc.

FIELD LABORER

Waukesha, WI

$18 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ABOUT THE ROLE Performs general labor duties as part of a precast installation crew, working safely ... Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? At ...

Wells

FIELD LABORER

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ABOUT THE ROLE Performs general labor duties as part of a precast installation crew, working safely ... Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? At ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for day laborer in Wisconsin is $18.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.01 and $19.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectDay LaborerConstruction Worker
CredentialsNo formal certifications typically requiredOften requires OSHA safety training or certifications
Work EnvironmentVaries daily, often outdoors, short-term jobsConsistent work sites, structured projects
Employer & Industry UsageHired by day or task, used across various industriesEmployed by construction companies, focused on building projects
Search & Comparison IntentCommonly compared for temporary, flexible workCompared for skilled labor roles in construction

While both Day Laborers and Construction Workers perform manual labor, Day Laborers typically work on short-term, flexible jobs without formal certifications, often outdoors and across various industries. Construction Workers usually have more structured roles, may require safety certifications, and work on specific building projects for construction companies.

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A day laborer performs a job in exchange for a daily wage, and are not usually permanently hired by a company. Instead, you are hired on a daily basis to perform jobs for specific projects. Your job duties vary greatly depending on the type of work you are being hired to perform. Examples include agricultural work, construction, loading, and unloading. The work is usually manual in nature. To be successful in this job, you need to possess a strong work ethic, be in good physical shape, and have stamina.

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To thrive as a Day Laborer, you need physical stamina, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions, with no formal education typically required. Familiarity with basic hand tools, power tools, and safety equipment is important for efficiency and safety on job sites. Strong work ethic, teamwork, and punctuality are soft skills that help individuals stand out in this role. These skills and qualities ensure tasks are completed safely, accurately, and on time, contributing to successful project outcomes.

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Day laborers often encounter challenges such as varying work hours, physically demanding tasks, and adapting to different work sites or supervisors each day. Managing these challenges involves maintaining good physical health, arriving prepared with proper attire and tools if possible, and staying adaptable to changing tasks and environments. Good communication skills also help build positive relationships with supervisors and coworkers, which can lead to more consistent work opportunities and safer job conditions.
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Infographic showing various Day Laborer job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, and 21% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,981 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

General Laborer

Sonoco

Menasha, WI

$70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 104 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

59th of 119 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

Location: Menasha, WI
Position: General Laborer
Pay: $27.98
Shifts: 12 hour shifts: 7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7am (rotating) as well as rotating 8 hour shifts during the probationary period.
The pay increases to $29.98 after 60 days worked (probation)
Employees have the potential of earning $70,000 in their first year. Employees receive shift differential and double time on Sundays.
We are a 24/7 facility.

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 Shift Supervisor as the General Laborer, you will be responsible for supporting the production environment within our manufacturing operations.Safety, quality, productivity, and a strong work ethic are important to the Sonoco culture. You will perform tasks that are necessary to provide high quality Sonoco products in a timely and efficient manner.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Collaborating closely with other departments and teams
  • Making incremental process adjustments, monitoring, and reporting quality results of manufactured products.
  • Utilizing critical thinking and troubleshooting skills to set up new jobs and operate various machines.
  • Safely completing specific tasks that include but are not limited to:
    • Operating mobile equipment, including a fork truck
    • Assisting with paper breaks
    • Creating parent roll
    • Threading rewinder
    • Separating and packaging rolls after being slit on rewinder
    • Retrieving/staging roll products
    • Retrieving tape and other packaging supplies
    • Finishing and packaging product
    • Assisting during machine maintenance outages

We'd love to hear from you if you:

  • Have previous paper machine operating experience (preferred) or work experience in a industrial setting requiring physical labor.
  • Have previous Forklift experience (preferred).
  • Have basic computer skills and can read and use measuring devices.
  • Have exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
  • Have proven history of success showing excellent attendance, a positive attitude, reliability and drive, quality focus, and a commitment to safety.
  • Are able and available to work all shifts on a rotating schedule.
  • Can effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Can read and understand manufacturing instructions.
  • Can perform repetitive duties, climb stairs, stand for long periods of time, periodically work in hot or cold areas, multitask, lift 25 lbs. unassisted, and team lift 50 lbs.
  • Can handle the cold Wisconsin temperatures as well as hot and humid conditions generated from the paper machine and mill environment.
  • Can be Sonoco mission driven.

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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Sonoco is a $5 billion global provider of consumer packaging, industrial products and packaging supply chain services. When collaborating with our customers, we leverage our deep knowledge of material science, our i6 Innovation ProcessTM, and our industry-leading packaging and services portfolio to create impactful customized solutions that build stronger brands. We produce packaging for many of the world's most recognized brands, in markets such as appliances and electronics, automotive, beverages, confection, construction, converted paperboard, fresh and natural food, frozen and refrigerated food, shaving, home, lawn and garden, medical/pharmaceutical, pet care, powdered beverages, recycling and snacks. Sonoco's operations consist of our global consumer packaging businesses (rigid paper and closures, flexibles and plastics); our display and packaging division (high-impact retail displays and packaging supply chain management); our industrial businesses (tubes and cores, reels and spools, uncoated recycled paperboard and Sonoco Recycling, one of the world's largest recyclers); and our Protective Solutions division (custom-designed protective, temperature-assurance and retail security packaging solutions and highly engineered components). From our headquarters in Hartsville, S.C., and more than 300 operations in 33 countries, we serve customers in 85 nations.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Hartsville, SC, US

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