Engineer III

Sonoco Products Company
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Oklahoma, Tulsa
Dec 06, 2024
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. Reports to Manufacturing - Regional Senior Director. What you'll be doing: Analyze and improve existing manufacturing processes Conduct process simulations and modeling to evaluate efficiency and performance Develop and implement process control strategies to ensure product consistency and quality Collaborate with Global Technology to support the development of new products and technologies Identify and troubleshoot production issues, implementing corrective actions as needed Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations Prepare technical documentation, including process flows, specifications, and reports Responsible for managing, planning, and tracking the execution of assigned projects, capital projects, and productivity projects in their respective region Provides required training to plant personnel after completion of project Maintain close contact with Regional Field Engineer and others to efficiently coordinate jobs and utilize available manpower Good communications skills both oral and written, including computers skills such as Excel, Word and Power Point Travel is required, 50-75%, to CPP branch plants, machinery builders, and customer locations as required by project assignments. The ideal candidate for this position will be located in Dallas, TX or Tulsa, OK. We'd love to hear from you if: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or industrial engineering is a plus 3+ years of experience in process engineering, preferably in the paper or packaging industry Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and lean principles Strong mechanical aptitude and skills, such as fabrication, machining, assembly, troubleshooting and repair. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Strong communications skills both oral and written, including computers skills such as Excel, Word and Power Point Experience with AutoCad and or Solidworks for plant layout and details drawings Experience with MS Project, working with Gantt charts, developing timelines, milestones, and deadlines Strong safety record to promote safety in all aspects of employment Exercises good judgment / decision-making and presents a commitment to high standards and the ability to inspire those qualities in others Leadership - provides mentoring, training and supervision to maintenance and plant personnel in project work Eager to learn and apply new skills and as such, identifies training needs and skills required to stay up to date with new technology Ability to work alone with limited supervision Compensation: The annual base salary range for this role is from $100,560 to $113,130, plus annual target bonus of 7.5% of base salary. #LI-TW1 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 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.