Jacksonville, NC, USA, United States of America On-site Employment $25.80-$30.74

Sonoco is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician

About the Role

What You'll Do

Ensure all maintenance activities align with safety standards, actively identifying and reducing risks in equipment, processes, and behaviors. Lead by example in promoting a culture of safety and accountability across the facility.

Perform complex troubleshooting and repair on mechanical, electrical, robotic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam systems. Maintain and improve AC and DC drives, motors, and control systems, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.

Diagnose equipment failures using systematic root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs by executing scheduled tasks and refining procedures for greater effectiveness.

Work with PLC systems—troubleshoot logic, modify programs, and ensure automation functions reliably. Use machining tools such as lathes, mills, and drills for fabrication and repair as needed, and perform welding when required by site-specific demands.

Collaborate with operations teams to identify and resolve equipment performance issues that could impact safety, quality, or production efficiency. Help build operator capability to support frontline ownership of asset care.

Document all maintenance work accurately in the CMMS to maintain a complete asset history. Contribute to improving inspection routines, lubrication practices, and accessibility for maintenance on both new and existing equipment.

Requirements

Demonstrate technical proficiency in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation systems, including the ability to interpret schematics and control logic. Must have hands-on experience with NFPA 70E standards for electrical safety.

Skilled in using a CMMS and standard computer applications such as Microsoft Office. Must be able to read and apply technical documentation, including mechanical and electrical diagrams.

Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on root cause analysis and proactive maintenance strategies. Requires effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in a technical field is preferred. Candidates must show adaptability to evolving technologies and processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with FSA and HSA options
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Employee Assistance Program and holistic wellbeing resources
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Company-paid life, accident, and disability insurance with voluntary supplemental options
  • Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education

Work Mode

This is an onsite role based in Onslow County, operating on a day shift schedule. Travel and overnight accommodations are provided as needed.

Required Skills
PLC programmingRobotics and automationHydraulic systemsPneumatic systemsElectrical schematicsMechanical schematicsAC and DC drives/motorsSteam systemsNFPA 70E complianceTroubleshooting electrical systems PLC programmingRobotics and automationHydraulic systemsPneumatic systemsElectrical schematicsMechanical schematicsAC and DC drives/motorsSteam systemsNFPA 70E complianceTroubleshooting electrical systems
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Global packaging solutions company operating in over 34 countries, founded in 1899, committed to sustainability and innovation
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