General Laborer
About the job
- Ability to meet all physical and vision requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Power Truck or Company Industrial Lift Truck operator's license.
- Proven record of success in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to learn basic computer functions and read and use measuring devices.
- Working knowledge of the company's products and their quality requirements.
- Ability to climb ladders, catwalks, and reel stands as needed.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.
- Ability to perform repetitive duties, climb stairs, stand for long periods, and work in extremely hot areas.
- No prior manufacturing experience is required.
- Collaborate closely with other departments and teams.
- Think on your feet and troubleshoot problems and situations.
- Make incremental process adjustments and monitor and report the quality of manufactured product.
- Set up new jobs and operate various machines.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
- Perform duties designated by the supervisor or manager.
- Perform duties in support of the company's quality and safety policies.
- Assist other departments as needed.
- Previous experience in the paper industry is helpful.
About the company
Sonoco is a global packaging company that manufactures consumer, industrial, healthcare and protective packaging. It produces a range of packaging products and integrated solutions used to protect, present and brand products across many industries, drawing on materials like paper, plastic and metal. Its offerings cover design, conversion and production of packaging that helps brands create unique experiences and maintain product quality from manufacture to shelf. Compared with peers, Sonoco emphasizes scale, geographic reach (34 countries) and end-to-end packaging solutions, plus a track record of recognizing sustainability and social responsibility, including listings in Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies and Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies. The company’s stated goal is Better Packaging. Better Life., focusing on sustainable products, services, and programs for customers, employees and communities.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Hartsville, South Carolina
Founded
1899
Get referred to Sonoco
See people who can refer or advise you
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- North America URB trade ton sales rose 6% in Q2 2026.
- EMEA paper cans volume rose 9% in Q2 2026 on snack demand.
- Sonoco maintained 2026 EBITDA guidance and expects stronger earnings, aided by productivity savings.
What critics are saying
- Sonoco keeps reorganizing leadership; August 2026 consumer packaging reshuffle signals unresolved operating complexity.
- Q2 2026 consumer volumes stayed below prior-year levels, especially Americas aerosols and sealants.
- Inflation, freight, and energy pressures forced August 2026 EMEA price hikes; customers resist later.
What makes Sonoco unique
- Sonoco spans metal, paper, and industrial packaging across 37 countries, since 1899.
- Its Eviosys acquisition deepens European metal packaging scale and premium decoration capabilities.
- The company combines packaging, printing, and QR-code connectivity for circularity-focused brand storytelling.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Mental Health Support
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Company News
Graphic Packaging names Aditya Gandhi as chief accounting officer. He previously worked at Sonoco Products Company for almost five years, including four years as chief accounting officer. Graphic Packaging Holding Company has hired former AptarGroup executive Aditya Gandhi as its vice-president and chief accounting officer (CAO). He will report to interim chief financial officer Charles Lischer. Gandhi previously served as CAO at AptarGroup and Sonoco Products Company. Gandhi said: "Graphic Packaging has a strong foundation and a clear focus on performance and value creation. I look forward to partnering with teams across the organisation to develop our people, strengthen our finance capabilities and enable disciplined execution of the company's business and financial priorities." He began his career in a senior technical accounting position at GE and later spent more than ten years at Deloitte. During his time at Deloitte, he held senior posts in its National Office and London practices, advising clients on complex accounting issues under US GAAP and IFRS. Graphic Packaging President and CEO Robbert Rietbroek said: "Aditya brings an excellent track record, combining deep experience in accounting advisory services, finance and as a chief accounting officer in the paper and packaging industry. "His record of optimising financial operations will be valuable as we continue to strengthen our business and create long-term value." Graphic Packaging has design and manufacturing sites serving the food, beverage, foodservice, household and other consumer products markets. The company reported a net income of $24m in the second quarter (Q2) of 2026, a drop of 77% from $104m in the same quarter a year earlier. Both quarters were affected by special items and the amortisation of purchased intangibles. These non-recurring charges and net costs amounted to $17m for Q2 2026, compared to $24m in the prior-year period. Give your business an edge with its leading industry insights.
Sonoco announces two Consumer Packaging EMEA appointments. Sonoco has confirmed that appoints of Matthieu Brochard as Vice President of Operations and Engineering and Philippe Cazeaux as Vice President of Commercial for its Consumer Packaging EMEA business. Brochard brings more than 25 years of international experience spanning operations, leadership and strategy and will focus on operational development across the company's EMEA activities. Cazeaux has more than two decades of international experience in the consumer packaging industry and will lead commercial activities for the division. The appointments form part of Sonoco's leadership structure for its Consumer Packaging operations across the EMEA region.
Sonoco will raise prices for uncoated recycled paperboard in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa by €60 per tonne, effective 15 September 2026. The increase is driven by ongoing cost inflation, geopolitical constraints, and rising energy and fuel costs. Karsten Kemmerling, vice-president of Sonoco EMEA industrial paper packaging sales and marketing, said the company cannot absorb these additional costs. In April, Sonoco announced an €80 per tonne increase for uncoated recycled paperboard and an 8% rise for tubes and cores in the region. Sonoco operates 19 tube and core facilities and five paperboard mills in Europe. The company reported $7.5 billion in net sales last year and employs 22,000 people across 263 operations in 37 countries.
Sonoco names Francesco Giannolo Vice president/general Manager Consumer Packaging, EMEA. GlobeNewswire Published Aug 18, 2026 Article content HARTSVILLE, S.C., Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Sonoco Products Company ("Sonoco" or the "Company") (NYSE: SON), a global leader in high-value metal and paper consumer and industrial packaging, today announced Francesco Giannolo's appointment to Vice President and General Manager of Sonoco Consumer Packaging, EMEA. He reports directly to Ernest Haynes, president of Sonoco's Global Consumer Packaging segment. Article content Advertisement 1 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Giannolo joined Sonoco in 2019 and prior to this new appointment was Vice President of Commercial for Sonoco's Consumer Packaging EMEA/APAC business. In 2022, Giannolo was appointed Vice President and General Manager of Sonoco's Rigid Paper Containers business in EMEA and held other sales leadership roles. Article content Top Stories Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Article content "As we align our global Consumer Packaging businesses, it is critical that we have a strong, experienced leader in the EMEA region. Francesco is that leader," said Ernest Haynes, president of Sonoco Global Consumer Packaging. "We look forward to even greater focus on innovation, productivity and customer service." Article content A native of Naples, Italy, Giannolo has worked in the packaging industry for 23 years, beginning his career at Crown Packaging in 2004 where he was named Plant Manager. He then worked with Amcor as Plant General Manager in its medical division before joining its commercial excellence team where he served as Senior Director of Commercial Excellence for EMEA. Giannolo holds a Master of Science in Environmental and Land Planning Engineering from the Federico II University of Naples. Article content Advertisement 2 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Earlier this month, Sonoco aligned its Global Consumer Packaging businesses under a single integrated leadership structure, led by Haynes. As President of Sonoco's Global Consumer Packaging segment, Haynes is responsible for Sonoco's largest global business with roughly $5.2 billion in annual sales, 98 operations in 25 countries and 11,250 employees serving some of the best-known consumer brands around the world. Article content About Sonoco Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and paper consumer and industrial packaging. A Fortune 500 company, Sonoco generated net sales of $7.5 billion from continuing operations in 2025 and has approximately 22,000 employees working in 263 operations in 37 countries, serving some of the world's best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune in 2026 as well as one of America's Most Admired and Responsible Companies by Fortune and Newsweek. In 2025, the Company was included on USA TODAY's list of America's Climate Leaders. For more information on the Company, visit our website at www.sonoco.com. Article content Advertisement 1
Sonoco: Aluminium packaging evolving beyond protection with premium design and digital engagement. Stock image for referential purposes only Brands are increasingly using aluminium packaging not only to protect products, but also to create premium designs, connect with consumers digitally and support circular packaging goals, according to Sonoco. "Across fish and pet food applications, aluminium packaging demonstrates its versatility: not only through product protection and recyclability, but also through the premium decoration possibilities that enable brands to stand out on the shelf and create lasting consumer engagement," speaking to Packaging Insights, Francesco Giannolo, Vice President for Commercial at Sonoco Consumer Packaging EMEA and APAC, said. Premium aluminium packaging supports evolving consumer demand Sonoco said brands are increasingly turning to aluminium packaging to improve shelf appeal while meeting growing demand for more sustainable packaging. Among its latest developments is a collaboration with Fábrica de Conservas da Murtosa on the Portuguese Gold sardine tin, which combines lithographic printing with embossing and debossing to transform a traditional sardine tin into premium packaging that reflects Portuguese heritage. The company is also seeing rising demand for 85 g aluminium cans used for wet pet food, as manufacturers review packaging choices in response to the European Union's (EU)Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). According to Giannolo, aluminium's barrier properties, recyclability and established recycling infrastructure make it an attractive alternative to multi-material flexible pouches while helping preserve product quality and shelf life. To support this growing market, Sonoco has expanded its metal packaging capabilities for wet pet food through a new production line in Outreau, France, alongside its paper packaging operations for dry pet food products. To learn the future of aluminium in the packaging industry, explore its report "ALuminium in Packaging: Consumer Trends and Market Dynamics" Design becoming a key differentiator for aluminium packaging Sonoco said packaging design is playing a growing role as brands look to strengthen their visual identity and engage consumers more effectively. Giannolo said aluminium offers high-quality printing capabilities that allow brands to combine heritage-inspired designs with modern aesthetics across different product categories. "We are responding by working closely with our customers to develop packaging solutions that combine functional performance with impactful design, supporting brand differentiation and consumer engagement," he stated. Digital connectivity expands aluminium packaging's role Beyond appearance, Sonoco believes digital technology is expanding the role of aluminium packaging by improving traceability and consumer interaction. The company said its printing capabilities allow unique QR codes to be incorporated directly onto aluminium packaging, enabling consumers to access product information, provenance details, recycling guidance and sustainability credentials. "Beyond transparency, connected packaging opens new possibilities for consumer interaction and brand storytelling, transforming the pack into a gateway between the physical product and digital experiences," he said. Circularity expected to drive future aluminium packaging growth Looking ahead, Sonoco expects aluminium to play a bigger role as packaging regulations place greater emphasis on recyclability and circular economy goals. Giannolo said aluminium's property of infinite recyclability and well-established recycling infrastructure position it strongly under evolving sustainability frameworks, including the PPWR and its focus on high recyclability standards. He added that while no single packaging material is suitable for every application, aluminium continues to offer a combination of product protection, lightweight performance and premium decoration that supports a wide range of food packaging applications. "At Sonoco, we see this evolution as an opportunity to further support our customers by combining material expertise and advanced printing capabilities, helping them unlock the full potential of aluminum not only as a sustainable packaging material, but as a platform that connects performance, storytelling, and digital engagement," Giannolo said. Explore downstream aluminium suppliers, product listings and trade opportunities on AL Biz Last updated on: 31 JULY 2026