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Apprentice - Manufacturing Automation Control Specialist II

Sonoco Products Company
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, South Carolina, Hartsville
1 North 2nd Street (Show on map)
Mar 13, 2026
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. Machinery Manufacturing has an opening for a Manufacturing Automation Control Specialist II in our Apprenticeship Program. The Apprenticeship Program will train the Maintenance Reliability Technician Apprentice in the fields of electrical, mechanical and robotics to drive reliability and maintenance functions for the equipment in this plant. The entry level apprenticeship will require a minimum of 30 hours On-The-Job training per week while attending technical school training with the goal of receiving an Associates Degree in Mechatronics in 3 years. The ideal candidate must have a good record in the areas of safety, work history, attendance and housekeeping. Candidate must have good math skills as well as good oral and written communication skills. The goal of the Apprenticeship Program is to recruit and train our future skilled maintenance labor force to drive strong reliability maintenance practices that keep our equipment safe and profitable for many years. Training in the multi-craft fields of electrical, mechanical and robotics will keep Sonoco in tune with the rest of industry and develop strong talent to lead our Maintenance Departments in the future. Apprenticeship Program Length of Apprenticeship: 4 years with a pay increase yearly after On-the-Job Training competencies have been met and employee is still within good standing. Education Requirements: Must complete Associates degree/certificate in Mechatronics or equivalent (program must be approved through Corporate ME). Must maintain a 3.0 average during schooling or will result in termination of Apprenticeship contract and employee will go back into entry level labor pool Course work must be completed outside normal working hours. Normal working hours will be decided upon by Plant Engineer, On-the-Job Trainer and Apprentice with expectations of at least 30 hours/week. On the Job Training Requirements: Candidate must complete all elements of On-the-Job Training within 4 years. Candidate must meet annual goals for competencies to be eligible for pay increases. 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.