Sonoco · 3 months ago
Operations Engineer Emerging Leader Program
Oakdale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$67K/yr - $70K/yrSonoco is a global leader in packaging solutions with a rich history since 1899. They are seeking candidates for their Emerging Leaders Program, which offers recent graduates hands-on experience and leadership development over 24 months, preparing them to become future business leaders.
ChemicalIndustrialManufacturingPackaging ServicesPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Technical Skills Training - Safety, Quality, Scheduling, Customer satisfaction
Leadership Training – Supervisory skills, Performance Management, Mentorship
Business Insights - Accountability, Execution, Risk Taking, Budgeting
Culture Integration – including Communication, Collaboration and Innovation
Qualification
Required
Have or will obtain a Bachelor or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering by December 2025 or May 2026
Previous internship experience (preferably in Manufacturing or functional area)
Proven leadership experience
Desire to work in a Manufacturing environment
Technical aptitude
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
All ELP Associates must be open to relocation (immediately or in the future)
Be willing to work rotating or late shifts
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
Company
Sonoco
Sonoco is a manufacturer of consumer, industrial, healthcare, and protective packaging.
Founded in 1899
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.83B2025-07-15Post Ipo Equity· $30M
2024-09-17Post Ipo Debt· $1.8B
2016-11-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Vicki Arthur
SVP/GM Plastics and Protective Solution businesses
John Pontrello
Vice President Operations, Consumer - North America
Recent News
Precedence Research
2025-11-25
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