Posted:
6/2/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Hanover, Pennsylvania, United States ⋅ Pennsylvania, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
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.
Sonoco is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic/Machinist to support safe, efficient, and high-quality production. While reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will perform proactive maintenance tasks, work with machining equipment, and respond quickly and effectively to maintenance concerns to ensure timely shipment of Sonoco products. Safety, quality, productivity, and a strong work ethic are core to our culture.
What you will be doing:
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems, pneumatic actuators, conveyor networks, and three-phase motors.
Perform routine preventive maintenance inspections according to our CMMS schedule.
Maintaining and repairing utility and facility-related equipment as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor
Diagnose basic electrical and PLC faults using schematic blueprints and digital
Respond rapidly to emergency production line breakdowns to minimize operational downtime.
Assisting and training other maintenance personnel with repairs, preventive maintenance, and rebuilds
Collaborating closely with production and other departments to proactively resolve equipment issues
Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area
Managing small projects to maintain or upgrade equipment
Performing all duties in full support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies
We’d love to hear from you if:
You have experience in an industrial environment or relevant military experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment
strong mechanical aptitude with systematic troubleshooting abilities
Experience with PLC troubleshooting, industrial controls, and motor controls (strong plus)
Comfortable using mechanical lifts and ladders, and with kneeling, bending, and twisting; able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Work independently, prioritize and manage multiple tasks, and are willing to work an off-shift position with rotating shifts and overtime, including weekends
Misc. Perks
Double time pay every eligible Saturday worked!
Each employee may qualify for a quarterly bonus based on performance!
Eligible for Benefits the very first of the month after your start date!
Once employed, enjoy our Referral Bonus!
Rotating schedule of 12 hour shifts: 3 days on, two days off, two days on, three days off. Work approximately 15 days a month and have a three day weekend every other weekend.
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
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.
Website: https://www.sonoco.com/
Headquarter Location: Hartsville, South Carolina, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1899
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Equity
Industries: Chemical ⋅ Industrial ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Packaging Services ⋅ Plastics and Rubber Manufacturing ⋅ Recycling