Manufacturing - Emerging Leaders Program - Careers at Sonoco
Sonoco
Manufacturing - Emerging Leaders Program - Careers at Sonoco
Job Description
About Sonoco
From a small family business founded in 1899 to a multi-billion-dollar global leader in packaging solutions, Sonoco operates in over 34 countries. Our core belief, 'People Build Businesses,' drives innovation, sustainability, and groundbreaking achievements. Join a company proud of its diverse portfolio and commitment to doing the right thing.
Position Summary
Sonoco’s Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is a selective 24-month full-time program for recent graduates, offering hands-on experience, personalized leadership development, coaching, and networking. Designed for future business leaders, ELP empowers you to excel as leaders, teammates, and followers while contributing to Sonoco’s culture from day one.
Key Responsibilities
ELP associates focus on core objectives including:
- Technical Skills Training: Safety, Quality, Scheduling, Customer Satisfaction
- Leadership Training: Supervisory skills, Performance Management, Mentorship
- Business Insights: Accountability, Execution, Risk Taking, Budgeting
- Culture Integration: Communication, Collaboration, Innovation
Expect relocation flexibility and rotating/late shifts in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Required Qualifications
We seek ethical, innovative candidates passionate about manufacturing:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering, Sciences, Technology, or Business (by Dec 2025/May 2026)
- Previous internship (preferably manufacturing-related)
- Proven leadership experience
- Technical aptitude and desire for manufacturing
- Strong communication, presentation, interpersonal skills
- Willingness to relocate and work flexible shifts
Why Join Us
Compensation: $67,000-$70,000 (Non-Technical) / $76,000-$82,500 (Technical). Enjoy comprehensive benefits like medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and more. As an equal opportunity employer, Sonoco fosters growth in a supportive, innovative culture. Launch your leadership career with Sonoco’s proven ELP—over four decades of success!
Locations
- Jefferson, South Carolina, United States
Salary
67,000 - 82,500 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Technical Aptitudeintermediate
- Leadership Skillsintermediate
- Strong Communicationintermediate
- Presentation Skillsintermediate
- Interpersonal Skillsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Technology or Business by Dec 2025 or May 2026 (experience)
- Previous internship experience (preferably in Manufacturing) (experience)
- Proven leadership experience (experience)
- Desire to work in Manufacturing environment (experience)
- Open to relocation and rotating/late shifts (experience)
Responsibilities
- Gain hands-on experience in Safety, Quality, Scheduling, and Customer Satisfaction
- Develop supervisory skills, Performance Management, and Mentorship
- Build business insights in Accountability, Execution, Risk Taking, and Budgeting
- Integrate into company culture through Communication, Collaboration, and Innovation
- Contribute to Sonoco’s culture and deliver meaningful impact
Benefits
- general: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with FSA and HSA options
- general: 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- general: Wellbeing tools and Employee Assistance Program
- general: Paid time off and holidays
- general: Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability
- general: Tuition reimbursement
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Manufacturing - Emerging Leaders Program - Careers at Sonoco
Sonoco
Manufacturing - Emerging Leaders Program - Careers at Sonoco
Job Description
About Sonoco
From a small family business founded in 1899 to a multi-billion-dollar global leader in packaging solutions, Sonoco operates in over 34 countries. Our core belief, 'People Build Businesses,' drives innovation, sustainability, and groundbreaking achievements. Join a company proud of its diverse portfolio and commitment to doing the right thing.
Position Summary
Sonoco’s Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is a selective 24-month full-time program for recent graduates, offering hands-on experience, personalized leadership development, coaching, and networking. Designed for future business leaders, ELP empowers you to excel as leaders, teammates, and followers while contributing to Sonoco’s culture from day one.
Key Responsibilities
ELP associates focus on core objectives including:
- Technical Skills Training: Safety, Quality, Scheduling, Customer Satisfaction
- Leadership Training: Supervisory skills, Performance Management, Mentorship
- Business Insights: Accountability, Execution, Risk Taking, Budgeting
- Culture Integration: Communication, Collaboration, Innovation
Expect relocation flexibility and rotating/late shifts in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Required Qualifications
We seek ethical, innovative candidates passionate about manufacturing:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering, Sciences, Technology, or Business (by Dec 2025/May 2026)
- Previous internship (preferably manufacturing-related)
- Proven leadership experience
- Technical aptitude and desire for manufacturing
- Strong communication, presentation, interpersonal skills
- Willingness to relocate and work flexible shifts
Why Join Us
Compensation: $67,000-$70,000 (Non-Technical) / $76,000-$82,500 (Technical). Enjoy comprehensive benefits like medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and more. As an equal opportunity employer, Sonoco fosters growth in a supportive, innovative culture. Launch your leadership career with Sonoco’s proven ELP—over four decades of success!
Locations
- Jefferson, South Carolina, United States
Salary
67,000 - 82,500 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Technical Aptitudeintermediate
- Leadership Skillsintermediate
- Strong Communicationintermediate
- Presentation Skillsintermediate
- Interpersonal Skillsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Technology or Business by Dec 2025 or May 2026 (experience)
- Previous internship experience (preferably in Manufacturing) (experience)
- Proven leadership experience (experience)
- Desire to work in Manufacturing environment (experience)
- Open to relocation and rotating/late shifts (experience)
Responsibilities
- Gain hands-on experience in Safety, Quality, Scheduling, and Customer Satisfaction
- Develop supervisory skills, Performance Management, and Mentorship
- Build business insights in Accountability, Execution, Risk Taking, and Budgeting
- Integrate into company culture through Communication, Collaboration, and Innovation
- Contribute to Sonoco’s culture and deliver meaningful impact
Benefits
- general: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with FSA and HSA options
- general: 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- general: Wellbeing tools and Employee Assistance Program
- general: Paid time off and holidays
- general: Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability
- general: Tuition reimbursement
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Manufacturing - Emerging Leaders Program - Careers at Sonoco @ Sonoco.
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