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.

DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Office Manager, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative support for the front office and serves as a key resource for time and attendance administration. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and exceptional attention to detail. This individual must be capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. A strong commitment to confidentiality, customer service, and teamwork is essential.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

What you will be doing:

·       Provide front-desk coverage by managing a, multiline phone system, greeting guests as they enter the office, managing incoming/outgoing mail and shipments, and maintaining an organized, clean office environment

·       Prepare communication such as memos, emails or reports.

·       Maintain filing system, contact database, employee list, and inventory.

·       Provide new hire orientation.

·       Manage employee time and attendance records utilizing the company's payroll and timekeeping system.

·       Review, audit, and correct timecard exceptions including missed punches, attendance infractions, schedule discrepancies, and pay code errors.

·       Assist managers with attendance tracking and documentation in accordance with company policies.

·      Plan, organize, and schedule company meetings.

·       Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and attendance information.

·      Order and oversee office supplies and food deliveries for group meetings.

·       Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday.

·       Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

·       Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments as needed.

We’d love to hear from you if:

·       Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

·       Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

·       Experience supporting HR, payroll, or operations departments.

·       Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Performs similar, related duties as assigned.

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.