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Winder Operator- 2nd Shift

Sonoco · Greenville, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Have you set up or run a spiral winder or similar machine? Tell me what you did.

What they are checking: Whether they have hands-on experience or can show they learn machine setups quickly.

Tell me about a time you caught a quality problem before it went out the door.

What they are checking: Whether they check their product as they run instead of relying on someone at the end.

Tell me about a time you had to change over a machine quickly to a new order.

What they are checking: Whether they can make fast, accurate changeovers that keep the plant productive.

What would you do

The shift is ten hours, 3pm to 1am, Monday through Thursday, with some Fridays. How does that work for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can commit to long evening shifts and occasional extra days.

What would you do if a tube came out with the wrong diameter or wall thickness mid-run?

What they are checking: Whether they stop, adjust and report rather than keep running bad product to hit a count.

How do you hand off to the next shift so they know where the job stands?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate setup details and problems so the next operator does not start blind.

About the work

Walk me through how you would read a job order to pick the right mandrel size, belt and paper widths.

What they are checking: Whether they understand that setup choices decide whether the tubes come out to spec.

You are adjusting paper angles on the dry stand and glue rack, but the ribbons keep overlapping. What do you check?

What they are checking: Whether they troubleshoot setup problems logically instead of guessing at adjustments.

How do you prepare the glue pots, and how do you know you are using the right adhesive?

What they are checking: Whether they follow the specs on adhesive, since the wrong glue causes weak or failed tubes.

How do you stay safe around a machine with rotating mandrels and cutting saws?

What they are checking: Whether they respect guarding, lockout and keeping hands clear of moving parts.

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The full job description

As published by Sonoco.

Location: Greenville, WI Position: Winder Operator Shift: Straight Shift 10hrs -3pm-1am ( Monday- Thursday) with sometimes on Fridays Wage: $25.21 +$1.00 shift differential 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. What you will be doing: Reviews job order to determine the appropriate equipment and materials that should be used. This includes determining: -proper mandrel size -proper belt to be used with the mandrel and paper width requirements -proper paper size and width Utilizing the appropriate equipment and materials, sets up and operates the winding machine. This includes: - adjusting the angles of the paper on the dry stand - adjusting the angles of the paper on the glue rack - proper spacing of ribbons to make the tubes - preparing the glue pots for use and using proper adhesive to ensure all plies have the proper amount of adhesive and tubes are glued properly - adjusting tension on winding belt and paper as required - splicing additional paper as required to continue a smooth flow of production - verifying the outer diameter and core thickness specifications each hour, documenting the measurements that are taken. Sets up and operates the tube saw by inserting the proper saw blades and adjusting the saw for the proper diameter tube length and even cut-off. While the equipment is running, continuously checks the critical areas to ensure a quality product. These areas include: - safety - inside and outside dimension (pi tape) - tube length - gap (paper measurement) - adhesion (sheets and overlap) - ply spacing -Works with other members of the production team on that line to complete the tasks necessary for set-up of the entire line. This would include the Line Support, Line Lead, and Production Associate. -Is the direct back-up to the Line Lead. -Performs the required maintenance of the equipment, including lubrication and oiling of the winder and saw. -Keeps machines and working area clean on a daily basis. Returns equipment and unused materials to the proper storage locations. -Works safely with others instructing any helpers in the proper use of the machine. Uses all safety guards as they are intended to be used. We’d love to hear from you if: -High school diploma or general education degree (GED). One to three months related experience and/or training. -Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete production reports. -Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. -Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. -The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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.

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