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.
The Division Safety Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety programs and policies within the division. This role ensures compliance with all relevant safety regulations and standards, promotes a culture of safety, and works to prevent workplace accidents and injuries.
What you'll be doing:
- Design and execute safety programs tailored to the division's needs, ensuring alignment with corporate safety policies and regulatory requirements.
- Organize and conduct safety training sessions for employees, covering topics such as emergency procedures, hazardous material handling, and workplace ergonomics.
- Regularly inspect facilities and operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies. Address any safety violations promptly.
- Lead investigations into workplace accidents and incidents, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Perform regular safety audits and risk assessments, documenting findings and implementing necessary improvements.
- Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities. Prepare and submit required safety reports to management and regulatory bodies.
- Develop and maintain emergency response plans, ensuring all employees are trained and prepared for potential emergencies.
- Work closely with other departments to integrate safety practices into all aspects of operations. Provide guidance and support to management and staff on safety-related issues.
This position is located in the general Stockton, CA area and will require travel to other local plants.
We’d love to hear from you if:
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a safety coordination or similar role, preferably within the same industry.
Strong understanding of safety regulations, standards, and best practices. Familiarity with OSHA regulations is essential.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively train and educate employees at all levels.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct thorough investigations and risk assessments.
High level of attention to detail, ensuring all safety protocols and procedures are meticulously followed.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and build strong working relationships.
Relevant safety certifications (e.g., Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST)) are preferred.
Compensation:
This is a progression position, and can be a Level I, II, or Senior, depending on experience and business needs. The annual base salary range for this role is as follows:
Safety Specialist I: $77,440 - $87,120.
Safety Specialist II: $88,000 - $99,000.
Senior Safety Specialist: $107,760 - $121,230, plus an annual target bonus of 7.5% of the base salary.
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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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related field
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience in safety coordination or similar role
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safety standards
- Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, incident investigations, and risk assessments
- Ability to develop and deliver safety training and maintain safety records
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and provide safety guidance to management
- Relevant safety certifications (e.g., CSP, OHST)
- Preferably experience within the same industry (manufacturing/packaging)
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a strong employer match, including safe‑harbor and year‑end true‑up features, is highlighted in recent plan materials. This level of retirement support is presented as a competitive component of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage, alongside disability, EAP, and FSA/HSA options, form a comprehensive core package. This breadth is characterized as competitive and adds meaningful value to overall compensation.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair to competitive across many roles, with production and skilled trades pointing to solid hourly rates and overtime opportunities. Relative positioning against similar‑sized firms is portrayed as favorable.
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What We Do
Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a leading manufacturer of consumer, industrial, healthcare and protective packaging. With more than 19,000 employees working in 34 countries, Sonoco serves many of the world’s best-known brands. Our integrated packaging solutions help define brand personalities, create unique customer experiences and enhance the quality of products and the quality of life for people around the world. It’s all in the service of our purpose: Better Packaging. Better Life. Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities. Sonoco was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2021 as well as being included in Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row. Learn more at Sonoco.com
