Maintenance Electrician Apprentice

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.

Job Summary: This individual must have great attention to detail as well as excellent communication skills. You will be working with all levels of management and employees so professionalism is key. We are looking for someone who has experience maintaining large equipment and troubleshooting issues with electrical components. You should also be able to diagnose problems quickly and efficiently while being safe. If you like working with your hands and solving complex problems this could be the career path for you!

Responsibilities:

* Troubleshoot, repair and maintain electrical systems

* Work safely around energized equipment

* Provide feedback to supervisor on equipment maintenance status

* Participate in scheduled team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

* Maintain accurate records and logs

* Follow standard operating procedures and area specific work instructions

* Comply with safety regulations and policies

* Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or equivalent required

* Ability to read blueprints and schematics

* Experience with AC/DC low voltage wiring

* Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work above the floor

* Excellent communication skills

* Strong mechanical background preferred

* Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLC) desired

* Proficient computer skills

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.