How do employees rate Sonoco (SC)?

Employees rate Sonoco (SC) 4 out of 5 stars based on 1,126 anonymous reviews on Glassdoor.

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Do people recommend working at Sonoco (SC)?

Overall, 82% of employees would recommend working at Sonoco (SC) to a friend. This is based on 1,126 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.

How do job seekers rate their interview experience at Sonoco (SC)?

71% of job seekers rate their interview experience at Sonoco (SC) as positive. Candidates give an average difficulty score of 2.8 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) for their job interview at Sonoco (SC).

How do employees rate the business outlook for Sonoco (SC)?

65% of employees think that Sonoco (SC) has a positive business outlook . This is based on anonymous employee reviews submitted on Glassdoor.

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Sonoco (SC) Snapshot

4.0

based on 979 ratings

82% would recommend to a friend

R. Howard Coker

87% approve of CEO

25 OfficesLocations

Mission Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging – Better Life™, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a sustainable future.

Description As a global leader in packaging since 1899, we're part of the supply chain for everything from candy to drink packaging to industrial materials and consumer packaging. Some of our many products include paper cans for stacked chips and reels and cores for construction.

We're a different kind of packaging company. 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. All in the service of our purpose: Better Packaging. Better Life.

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Why work with us?

About Us

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Diversity

Sustainability

The Power of Purpose
It’s not so much what you do, but why you do it. At Sonoco, our journey of discovery has evolved over more than a century, but our purpose today can be found in the seeds of our yesterday and in the beliefs of our founders.

Doing the right thing matters at Sonoco. Our legacy as a world-class packaging company began with our pine-tree roots in Hartsville, South Carolina and continues around the globe.

Our Purpose
Since 1899, we’ve partnered with customers to provide dependable service and quality products. Today, our global enterprise continues serving our customers with a sense of security and confidence. Unlike other packaging companies, we’re equipped to help customers meet both their sustainability goals and volume needs, providing them with the world-class packaging they deserve.

Committed to planet- and people-first packaging, we’re persistently pursuing our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life.

A Different Kind of Packaging Company
Our greatest resource is our people. At Sonoco, we believe that people build businesses. Investing in our growth drives our business toward world-class operations, innovative progress and committed customer service.

Serving global customers for over 125 years, our industry-leading team is committed to reaching our customers’ goals with the best packaging.

Company updates

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We’re thrilled to announce that Sonoco has been recognized as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies! This achievement, presented by Newsweek and Statista, reflects our commitment to sustainability, ethical practices and making a positive impact on our communities. ...Show more

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Sonoco Named as One of America's Most Responsible Companies | Sonoco Products Company

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We are proud to be named again to the "Best for Vets" employers list by Military Times! “Our Veterans are some of our brightest and hardworking associates,” said Howard Coker, president and CEO. “They bring specific attributes that align with our mantra of ‘People Build Businesses by Doing the Right Thing,’ including loyalty, teamwork and determination. We are proud to be included on such a distinguished list.”...Show more

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Sonoco Again Named a "Best for Vets" Company | Sonoco

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“We are honored to again be included as one of America’s most sustainable companies alongside some of the world’s best known brands,” said Howard Coker, president and CEO. “At Sonoco, we believe that better packaging leads to a better life, and sustainability plays a huge role in our efforts daily.”...Show more

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Sonoco Again Ranked in Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies in the U.S. Listing

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“I’m honored by the confidence the Board has shown in me and embrace this opportunity,” Coker said. “I grew up in this company, so I am deeply connected to Sonoco, its culture and all the people who have helped build it into what it is today. I look forward to working with our strong leadership team, alongside our 23,000 associates globally, to build Sonoco into an even greater company to the benefit of our shareholders, our people and our communities.”...Show more

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Howard Coker to Succeed Rob Tiede as Sonoco's Chief Executive Officer | Sonoco

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Sonoco (SC) awards & accolades

America’s Most Responsible Companies, Newsweek, 2024
Best for Vets, Military Times, 2022
Top 75 Internship Programs of 2022, Untapped, 2022

Pledges & certifications

Veteran hiring commitment
Committed to helping America's military veterans find work
Diversity commitment
Has programs that support a diverse and inclusive workforce
Social responsibility pledge
Formal programs or foundation to give back to communities
First job programs
Maintain entry-level hiring and career development programs to give people career starts

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Employee reviews at Sonoco (SC)

Sonoco (SC) has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 979 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Sonoco (SC) employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.7 stars).

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Culture & values

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.7

Senior management

3.7

Career opportunities

Employee reviews

Project managerCurrent employee

5.0

Good quality of life but no PTO in first year

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