PUR Shooter I - 1st shift

Location: Beecher, ILJob: Foam Technician - PUR Shooter IShift: 1st shift - 6:00 am - 2:45 pm Monday- Thursday *Overtime may be required on Fridays when needed. Pay: $20.16 /hourFrom 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.While reporting to the Supervisor you will be responsible for injecting insulating foam into a variety of products primarily but not limited to the following: polyethylene and fiberglass containers, cryogenic freezers, and CO2 storage tanks.What You'll Be Doing:Follow the company procedures and the manufacturer’s recommendations for operation of the equipment.Make recommendations for procedural changes as necessary.Recognize specific product defects, voids, or flaws and their probable cause. Determine if raw materials meet specifications through periodic quality checks.Monitor the foaming system and the associated equipment, especially foam room temperature control, nitrogen pressure, and tank fill percentage. Immediately report to the supervisors any actual or potential problems.Maintain all tools and equipment in optimum working condition.Keep all jigs and fixtures clean, waxed and properly adjusted. Report any needed repairs to the supervisor immediately. When a job is completed, thoroughly clean all fixtures before warehousing.Make efficient use of shop supplies and materials, especially when conducting equipment ratio checks.Maintain good housekeeping practices in the work area.Continually practice safe operation and handling of all equipment, raw materials and products throughout the entire plant. Overtime required at times.We'd love to hear from you if: HS diploma, or general education degree (GED)You will have 1-3 months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of both education and experienceYou will need to be able to lift up to 70 lbs. as needed.You will need to able to read and comprehend detailed instructions, correspondence and memosYou must have the ability to use and accurately read a tape measureYou will need to have the ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.You will need to have the ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.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.BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement

Created: 2025-10-31