Sonoco

Shift Supervisor

Sonoco$93K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, science, or engineering preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Ability to work night shifts from 7pm - 7am, Monday - Thursday
  • Willingness to work overtime on Fridays as needed

Responsibilities

  • Teach and enforce safety processes and best practices on shift
  • Coordinate production scheduling to meet customer demands and manage costs
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies like SPS and Lean
  • Foster employee engagement and maintain productive relationships
  • Train, develop, and manage hourly employees, addressing performance issues as needed
  • Identify and implement projects to enhance operational performance

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance programs
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Range of insurance plans including life and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement program
Full Job Description

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, as a Shift Supervisor, you are accountable for; safety, quality, productivity, material handling, cost performance and employee for assigned shift.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Teach and lead the safety process and best manufacturing practices for assigned shift.
  • Coordinate production scheduling on shift to meet customer demands, manage overtime, minimize inventory, and reduce costs.
  • Direct shift in continuous improvement initiatives and work to meet performance metrics using tools such as SPS, 6 Sigma, Kaizen events and lean manufacturing.
  • Build and maintain productive relationships that foster employee engagement and satisfaction.
  • Provide direction, training, and development of hourly employees on assigned shift as well as counseling or discipline as needed.
  • Identify, propose, and implement capital projects to improve operational performance

This position is located in Pine Bluff, AR.

We’d love to hear from you if:

  • You have a bachelor’s degree in business, science and engineering - strongly preferred
  • You have at least 2+ years of supervisory experience
  • Ability to work night shift from 7pm - 7am, Monday - Thursday and OT on Friday's as needed

Compensation: 

The annual base salary range for this role is from $93,600 to $105,300, plus 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

About Sonoco

Sonoco is a supplier of packaging and recycling services. Their products include rigid paper containers, rigid plastic packaging, blister packaging, metal packaging, tubes, reels, plastic plugs, ink cartridges, uncoated recycled paperboard, foam packaging, fast packs, protection for paper rolls, molded foam components, medical packaging solutions, medical packaging equipment, temperature assurance packaging, etc. They serve markets including automotive, healthcare, household, food and beverages, construction, textiles, and more.

Sonoco Careers

Join Sonoco, a global leader in packaging solutions, and become part of a team that thrives on innovation, leadership, and diversity. At Sonoco, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and development in an environment that values each individual's contribution.

Work You’ll Do

At Sonoco, we are committed to driving progress in the packaging industry through innovative solutions. By joining our team, you will collaborate with skilled professionals to solve complex challenges and help our clients achieve sustainable success. Our commitment to leadership and diversity training ensures that every team member is equipped to lead, inspire, and grow.

Explore Career Paths

Whether you are looking for an internship, a full-time position, or a leadership role, Sonoco offers a range of career paths to suit your professional goals. Our hiring process is designed to identify and nurture talent, ensuring that the right skills are matched with the right opportunities.

Innovate and Lead

Be part of a culture that fosters innovation and continuous improvement. At Sonoco, you will work alongside industry experts to develop groundbreaking solutions that make a real difference. Our leadership programs offer the tools and training you need to advance your career and lead with confidence.

Benefits and Growth

Sonoco is dedicated to the growth and well-being of its employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Our focus on career growth means we support you every step of the way, from refining your resume to preparing for your next interview.

Join Our Team

Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. At Sonoco, every position offers the chance to make an impact.

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Learn more about Sonoco
Size
20,500 employees
Market Cap
$5.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$207.4 million
Founded
1899
5 Year Trend
+3.2%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
NASDAQ

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