Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician

Position Overview

Position: Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician II
Location: Union, SC
Salary: $30.83- $41.32 (depends on experience)
Schedule: primarily 3rd shift; must be willing to work overtime and off shifts as needed.

About the Role

Reporting to the Plant Engineer, the Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician is 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Managing small projects to maintain or upgrade equipment
• Performing all duties in support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies

Requirements

• Experience in an industrial environment or military 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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be able to pass a background check

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. 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 include:

• 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

Pay and Schedule

Salary range: $30.83 - $41.32 per hour
Schedule: primarily 3rd shift; must be willing to work overtime and off shifts as needed.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. 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 include:

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.