Press Mechanic - Journeylevel

Position: Press Mechanic - Journeylevel
Location: Oakdale, CA
Schedule: 3:30pm to midnight
Rate: $37.06/hour

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.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Performs various manual or mechanical production functions by operating, adjusting, troubleshooting and repairing the production equipment to meet customer specifications.
• Assists in the disassembly, overhaul, and rebuilding of production equipment.
• Performs and assists in preventative maintenance on production equipment as required including track work, elevator, and complete maintenance of the line.
• Responsible for replenishing supplies, materials, parts and tooling required for efficient operations.
• Conducts inspection of in-process materials and in-process finished products.
• Performs on-the-job training and development of assigned personnel. Relieves operators for breaks.
• Performs record keeping duties as required under the direction of management.
• Communicates pertinent information to the next shift.
• Performs clean-up, painting, and housekeeping duties. Initiates, reviews, and follows all standard operating procedures (SOPs) for your area of responsibility.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the division, the group, and the company.  Includes ability to handle stress and to interact with others so as to establish and maintain a positive and productive work environment and minimize personal conflicts.
• Maintains an awareness and complies with hazardous waste management and other environmental management requirements in the workplace by attending schedule training sessions.
• Communicates with the emergency coordinator (EC) or Environmental Focal Point/Environmental Manager (EFP/EM) regarding environmental management activities.
• Recognizes waste streams and minimizes waste generation, through prudent use of materials, proper disposal and segregation as directed during training or by the EC, EFP/EM. 
• Understands and practices proper accumulation and storage requirements for wastes.
• Understands and responds effectively to EC directions during emergencies by being familiar with emergency procedures, equipment, and systems as necessary. 
• Implements contingency plan to the level required by the position. Understands, completes, and maintains environmental documentation for which the individual is trained, or as directed by the EC, EFP or EM (i.e., inspections, labeling, record keeping, maintenance of equipment, etc.). 
• Reports to the EC, EFP or EM on the status of assigned responsibilities.
• Required to work scheduled shift per the needs of the plant.  While the regular workweek of this position is usually eight (8) hours per day, Monday through Friday, working hours may vary as specified by management.  Incumbent must be able to work overtime on a regular basis and/or be on call as directed by management.
• Must have the ability to identify product defects.
• Must have the ability to perform basic mathematic calculations. Must have the ability to communicate effectively, write effectively, read, comprehend, and follow complicated verbal and written instructions.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required between the assigned start and end times of work.
• Assures and maintains safe and healthful working conditions while enforcing safety rules and regulations. It is the essential function of the job that the individual will not be a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves, others, or property.  Direct threat is defined as a significant risk of substantial harm that cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by reasonable accommodation.

We'd love to hear from you if:

• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• This position is exposed to occupational hazards, including but not limited to, high noise levels, physical obstacles, exposure to chemicals, etc.
• Must wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear in appropriate areas and follow safety practices.
• Works in confined area(s).
• This position regularly requires a high degree of mental effort due to considerable interruptions and/or frequent changes of activity or workloads during a typical working day.

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.