About Sonoco

Sonoco is a global leader in innovative packaging solutions, delivering consumer goods packaging, industrial products, and supply chain services with billions in annual revenue. Operating at over 70 European sites, we produce high-quality packaging for industries like textiles, paper, and films, serving prestigious brands in 85 countries. At our Troisdorf and Overath locations, we specialize in plastic extrusion and injection molding for premium semi-finished industrial products.

Position Summary

Join Sonoco in Troisdorf as a Verfahrensmechaniker Kunststoff- und Kautschuktechnik - Fachrichtung: Halbzeuge (Extrusion Process Technician). This full-time, mid-level role involves setting up extrusion and injection molding lines, overseeing production, leading shift teams, and ensuring top-quality output in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Ideal for skilled professionals ready for shift work and process optimization in the plastics industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up extrusion and injection molding machines with downstream equipment
• Execute and monitor production orders
• Operate control and automation systems
• Lead and schedule shift personnel
• Prepare raw material components
• Optimize production processes for efficiency
• Conduct and document sample inspections
• Ensure quality control with full documentation
• Implement workplace safety regulations

Required Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship as Verfahrensmechaniker for Plastics and Rubber Technology, specializing in semi-finished products/forms, or equivalent
• Relevant professional experience in a similar role
• Willingness to work shifts
• Strong sense of responsibility, conscientiousness, engagement, communication skills, and teamwork

Why Join Us

At Sonoco, thrive in a global company with engaging tasks, continuous training for skill development, and a collaborative team atmosphere. Enjoy competitive perks like 13th-month salary, vacation bonus, annual reviews, performance bonuses, asset-building benefits, bike leasing, free accident insurance, subsidized pensions, and free fruit/water. Advance your career in Troisdorf's cutting-edge plastics production. Apply now for this extrusion technician role and be part of world-class packaging innovation!