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Electrical Engineering Supervisor

Columbus, OH · On-site

$118K - $152K/yr

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 ...

Shift Supervisor

Columbus, OH

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

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 ...

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 ...

Senior Controls Engineer

Hartsville, SC · On-site

$83K - $110K/yr

Sonoco launched the Automation Team in late 2022 to provide Corporate Resources to lead and support automation projects in partnership with ISI Robotics. Sonoco's long term goal was to internalize ...

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 ...

Payroll Specialist II

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$63K - $71K/yr

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 ...

Maintenance Mechanic I

Memphis, TN · On-site

$37.70 - $45.02/hr

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 ...

General Laborer

Menasha, WI · On-site

$70K/yr

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 ...

Production Associate

Hartselle, AL · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

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 ...

Maintenance Mechanic

Hanover, PA · On-site

$28.03 - $37.47/hr

Sonoco is seeking a skilledMaintenance Mechanic/Machinistto support safe, efficient, and high-quality production. While reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will perform proactive maintenance ...

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 ...

Packer II

Hartselle, AL · On-site

$21.58/hr

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 ...

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 ...

Sonoco U.S. Paper Mills Corp., De Pere Mill is a global supplier of paperboard and spirally wound core stock. We are now hiring for full-time Entry-Level General Labor positions. Earnings increase ...

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Sonoco Jobs Information

Do workers at Sonoco get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
84% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Does Sonoco pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
78% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

At Sonoco, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
38% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Sonoco affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
95% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Sonoco?

Most people get paid time off work.
84% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 74% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 16% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers at Sonoco worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
81% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and March 2026.

Do Sonoco workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
71% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it for Sonoco workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
69% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Sonoco?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
83% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do Sonoco managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
76% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and March 2026.

Do jobs at Sonoco spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
13% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Sonoco?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
47% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Is a Sonoco job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
70% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at Sonoco good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
49% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Sonoco feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Sonoco get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
46% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Sonoco?

Most people feel stressed out here.
70% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Sonoco enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
39% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Sonoco recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
55% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Sonoco?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Sonoco?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 41% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Sonoco’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
85% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Sonoco is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
50% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
What are the most popular job types at Sonoco?
What are the most popular categories at Sonoco?
Infographic showing various job openings at Sonoco in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution.
Electrical Engineering Supervisor

Electrical Engineering Supervisor

Sonoco

Columbus, OH • On-site

$118K - $152K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Sonoco rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 104 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 112 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

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.

Performs tasks and provides services to support the plant's overall business plans andobjectivesas directed.

What you'll be doing:

  • Complies withestablished job safety practices, policies and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment.

  • Responsible formaintaininga safe and secure work environment.This includes correcting unsafe acts/conditions,participatingin monthly safety meetings, performing monthly safety inspections, and investigating accidents, asrequired.

  • Supports and follows the SQF (Safe Quality Food)guidelines of the food safety system.

  • Follows company policies,StandardOperatingProcedures (SOP),practicesand Sonoco's Global Code of Conduct.

  • Supervises and coordinates the employees andactivities of the electrical maintenance department.

  • Provides and plans technical training andestablishesindividual development plans.

  • Plansandestimateselectrical jobs.

  • Recommendsprocedure revisions when necessary to fullyutilizeassigned personnel and equipment.

  • Determinesprocedures for maintenance, installation,modificationand repair of electrical assignments.

  • Inspects work to ensure compliance with standard procedures and electrical assignments.

  • Examines electrical services for proper working procedures.

  • Plans and executes electrical dispatches using the L2L system.

  • Requestsand adds electrical components and materials to inventory as needed.

  • Plans and executeselectrical PM work.

  • Oversees the electrical installation and maintenance program, including preventative, ofplant machines.

  • Identifiesinefficiencies and potential electrical problems and coordinates with subordinates and contractors to resolveissues.

  • Other duties as assigned.

This position will be located in our Columbus, Ohio facility.

We'd love to hear from you if:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.

  • Working knowledge of electrical controls such as PLC's, drives, motors,HMI'sand communication switches in addition to electrical power distribution

  • Ability to apply intensive and diversified evaluation,selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.

  • Ability to effectively instruct and train otheremployees.

  • Ability to communicate effectively, write effectively, read,comprehend, and follow complicated verbal and written instructions.

  • Experiencetroubleshooting 24 VDC, 120 AC and 480 AC electrical circuits.

  • Capable of programming PLC's, frequencydrivesand other controllers for proper equipment operations.

  • Capable of troubleshooting, adjusting, and repairing all electrical equipment, solid state circuits, components, logic boards, transducers, amplifiers, PLC's, Frequency Drives, and inspection devices.

  • Capable ofreading and editing AutoCAD drawings.

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.

  • Ability to wearappropriate safetyglasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear inappropriate areasand follow safety practices.

  • <10% Travel

Compensation:

The annual base salary range for this role is from $104,800 to $117,900, plus a quarterly target bonus of 12.5% of base salary.

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    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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    About Sonoco

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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