Production Associate I

Position: Production Associate I Location: Portland, IN Shift: 2nd shift M-F 3:00pm to 11:30pm with weekends and overtime as needed. Wage: $20.08 per hour + $2.00 shift differential While reporting to the production shift supervisor, you will be responsible for packing products in a quick and safe manner. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. You must have a proven record of success in a fast-paced environment. You must have the ability to work with various teams and have a good eye to spot defects in the packing line. You will take pride in your personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail. What you'll be doing: Above all Safety is #1 priority Collaborating closely with other departments and teams Having a high regard to 5S Having the ability to think on your feet and troubleshoot problems and situations Monitor and report on quality of manufactured products. Consistently moving product and placing in designated pack outs throughout the shift Maintaining a safe, clean and organized work area Performing all duties as designated by supervisor/manager Performing all duties in support of Sonoco's quality and safety policies Helping other departments as needed Overtime required at times We'd love to hear from you if: You have at least 1 year in a manufacturing/warehouse environment. You must have a "get it done" attitude and an urgency to resolve problems/tasks. You can easily lift up to 50 lbs. as needed. You have previously held a Forklift Certification and safely operate a forklift. Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is needed. You need to have working knowledge of our products and their quality requirements. Being reliable, having good initiative, being committed, and being quality focused is a must. Having the ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment is crucial to success. You will need to have the ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions. You will need to be able to perform repetitive duties, including going up and down stairs and standing for long periods of time. You will need to have the ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. #J-18808-Ljbffr ThermoSafe