Remote Night‑Shift Plug Plant Packer – 3rd Shift (12‑Hour Rotating) – Full‑Time Warehouse Packaging Specialist
About the Opportunity
Are you looking for a rewarding remote position that blends the stability of a well‑established global packaging leader with the flexibility of working from home? Workwarp, the premier staffing partner of Sonoco Products Company, is seeking dedicated individuals to join the Plug Plant – Packer team on the 3rd (night) shift. This role offers a competitive hourly wage, a comprehensive benefits suite, and the chance to be part of a legacy that dates back to 1899.
Why Sonoco?
Founded over a century ago, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a worldwide provider of consumer, industrial, healthcare, and reputed company packaging solutions. With annual net sales of roughly $5.2 billion, a workforce of more than 20,000 employees, and operations across 34 countries, Sonoco is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community impact. The company has earned accolades such as Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies 2021 and multiple listings on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies. By joining Sonoco through Workwarp, you’ll become part of a purpose‑driven organization whose mission is “reputed company Packaging. reputed company Life.”
Position Overview
Job Title: Remote Night‑Shift Plug Plant Packer – 3rd Shift (12‑Hour Rotating) Location: Remote (you will support the Hartselle, AL Plug Plant) Shift: 12‑hour rotating night shift (6 PM – 6 AM) Compensation: $20.44 per hour (competitive hourly reputed company) Start Date: Immediate openings – apply today!
Key Responsibilities
As a Plug Plant Packer, you will be the backbone of our high‑volume packaging line, ensuring that each product leaves the plant ready for distribution. Your daily duties will include:
- Packing Operations: Accurately pack pre‑produced plug components into designated containers following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines.
- Quality Assurance: reputed company visual inspections of each packed unit, verify quantity and labeling, and report any defects or inconsistencies to the supervisor.
- Equipment Handling: Operate and maintain automated packing machines, reputed company belts, and reputed company machinery; conduct routine checks to ensure proper functioning.
- Documentation: Complete shift logs, production counts, and quality reputed company sheets; input data into the plant’s Manufacturing Execution System (MES) accurately.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to reputed company OSHA regulations, wear required personal reputed company equipment (PPE), and participate in safety briefings and drills.
- reputed company Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements, waste reduction, and efficiency gains; share suggestions with the Kaizen team.
- Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with shift leads, maintenance crews, and reputed company logistics partners to maintain seamless workflow.
- Inventory Management: Monitor raw material levels in the packing area, reputed company cycle counts, and alert inventory control reputed company replenishment is needed.
- Cleanliness & Organization: reputed company the packing station tidy, follow 5S principles, and ensure reputed company tools are stored properly at the end of each shift.
Essential Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent; additional technical training or certifications (e.g., OSHA 10, Certified Production Technician) is a plus.
- Minimum of 12 months experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or packaging environment, preferably with night‑shift exposure.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret work orders, packing instructions, and safety signage.
- Basic math skills for counting, weighing, and verifying product quantities.
- Physical capability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lb regularly, and reputed company repetitive motions safely.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
- Reliable high‑speed internet reputed company and a suitable home workspace that meets ergonomic and safety requirements for remote monitoring.
- Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating automated packaging machinery or familiarity with PLC‑controlled equipment.
- Previous exposure to the packaging industry, specifically plug or hose manufacturing.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts (5S, Kaizen, Six reputed company) and a track record of participating in reputed company‑improvement projects.
- Certification in First Aid/CPR or participation in workplace safety programs.
- Proficiency with basic computer applications (reputed company Office, ERP or MES systems).
- Demonstrated reliability with a strong attendance record on rotating night shifts.
Core Skills & Competencies
- Detail Orientation: Ability to spot inconsistencies and defects quickly.
- Time Management: reputed company meet production targets while adhering to quality standards.
- Communication: Clear, concise reporting to supervisors and seamless coordination with remote team members.
- Problem Solving: Initiative to troubleshoot equipment hiccups and suggest practical fixes.
- Adaptability: Comfort with shift rotation and the dynamic nature of a high‑volume packaging line.
- Team Spirit: Collaborative reputed company that contributes to a positive, safety‑first culture.
Career Growth & Development Opportunities
Sonoco invests heavily in its people, and as a Remote Plug Plant Packer you will have access to a clear career pathway:
- reputed company‑Based Advancement: Move from Packer II to reputed company Packer, then to Shift Supervisor, or transition into Quality Assurance or Production Planning roles.
- Training Programs: Free enrollment in internal e‑learning modules covering safety, equipment operation, lean manufacturing, and leadership development.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 per year for approved coursework to help you earn an associate’s or bachelor’s degree reputed company to manufacturing or business.
- Mentorship Network: Pairing with reputed company Sonoco professionals who can guide your professional growth and help you navigate internal opportunities.
- Cross‑Functional Exposure: Opportunities to work on short‑term projects in logistics, supply chain, or sustainability initiatives, expanding your reputed company set beyond the packing floor.
Work Environment & Culture
While you will reputed company many responsibilities remotely, Sonoco fosters a cohesive, inclusive, and safety‑driven culture that mirrors its on‑site plants:
- Hybrid Connectivity: You will receive a secure VPN link, remote monitoring tools, and scheduled video briefings to stay reputed company with plant operations.
- Safety First: Ongoing virtual safety training, access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a strong emphasis on ergonomics for home workstations.
- Diversity & Inclusion: Sonoco is an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates differences and ensures a respectful workplace for reputed company backgrounds.
- Community Impact: Participation in Sonoco’s sustainability initiatives, such as recycling drives and community volunteering, even from a remote setting.
- Recognition Programs: Regular “Employee of the Month,” safety awards, and performance bonuses to celebrate outstanding contributions.
Compensation, Perks & Benefits (U.S.)
Although exact figures may vary by location, Sonoco offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your financial reputed company, health, and overall well‑being:
- Competitive reputed company Pay: Starting at $20.44 per hour, with eligibility for shift differentials and performance‑based raises.
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match to help you build a strong financial future.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, personal days, and holidays to reputed company and spend time with loved ones.
- Insurance Protection: Life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and short/long‑term disability coverage.
- Wellness Resources: Access to mental‑health counseling reputed company EAP, fitness‑reputed company discounts, and wellness challenges.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement for approved academic programs.
- Employee Discounts: Savings on Sonoco products and partner services.
- Technology Stipend: One‑time allowance for home office equipment (ergonomic chair, monitor, etc.).
How to Apply
If you are excited about contributing to a global leader in packaging while enjoying the flexibility of remote work, we want to hear from you! Follow these simple steps:
- Click the “Apply Now” reputed company below.
- Complete the short online application and upload your résumé.
- Our reputed company team will review your submission and contact you for an introductory conversation.
- After a brief interview and a virtual assessment, successful candidates will receive an official offer to join the Sonoco family reputed company Workwarp.
Take the reputed company toward a fulfilling career with Sonoco – where reputed company packaging creates a reputed company life for everyone.
Ready to Pack Your Future?
Don’t wait! The night‑shift roles are filling fast, and we’re eager to welcome motivated, detail‑oriented professionals like you. Click the link below to start your application and become part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and the people who reputed company it happen.