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[/company/sonoco](/company/sonoco)[Sonoco](/company/sonoco)
# Machine Operator I at Sonoco

Compensation

$23/hr

**Setup**
: On-site

**Location**
: Port Arthur, Texas

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: entry

**Posted**
: Sep 28, 2026

## Description

Sonoco is hiring a Machine Operator I in Jefferson, Texas, reporting to the Team Lead and operating industrial saws, routers, nailers, spindles, scanners, stackers, and conveying equipment to cut, machine, and assemble lumber for wood reels used in wire and cable packaging. The role processes lumber from raw material to finished product, monitors quality, maintains a safe work area, troubleshoots problems, and requires at least one year of industrial machine operating experience. The position pays $22.78 plus a $1.00 shift differential and offers medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.

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