Emerging Leaders Program- RPC Division at Soroco

West Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Packaging, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Have or will obtain a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Technology, or Business by December 2025 or May 2026
Previous internship experience (preferably in Manufacturing or functional area)
Proven leadership experience
Desire to work in a Manufacturing environment
Technical aptitude
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Open to relocation (immediately or in the future)
Willing to work rotating or late shifts
Strong ethics, passion for innovation, and willingness to go the extra mile

Responsibilities

Gain hands-on experience in Technical Skills Training (Safety, Quality, Scheduling, Customer satisfaction)
Participate in Leadership Training (Supervisory skills, Performance Management, Mentorship)
Develop Business Insights (Accountability, Execution, Risk Taking, Budgeting)
Engage in Culture Integration (Communication, Collaboration, Innovation)
Contribute to Sonoco’s culture and deliver meaningful impact from day one
Build connections with other emerging leaders across the company
Shape career development through personalized leadership coaching tailored to unique strengths

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SafetyQualitySchedulingCustomer SatisfactionSupervisory SkillsPerformance ManagementMentorshipBudgetingCommunicationCollaborationInnovation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this Emerging Leaders Program position?

The annual base salary range for non-technical degrees is between $67,000 and $70,000, while for technical degrees it is between $76,000 and $82,500.

Is this position remote or does it require working at specific locations?

The role is based at facilities in Orlando, FL; Chicago, IL; Jackson, TN; Lexington, KY; or Cincinnati, OH, and all associates must be open to relocation immediately or in the future and willing to work rotating or late shifts.

What skills and qualifications are required for the Emerging Leaders Program?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Technology, or Business by December 2025 or May 2026, previous internship experience preferably in manufacturing, proven leadership experience, technical aptitude, and strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

What is the company culture like in Sonoco’s Emerging Leaders Program?

The program emphasizes strong ethics, passion for innovation, going the extra mile, and living the purpose of 'People Build Businesses' by 'Doing the Right Thing,' with focus on culture integration including communication, collaboration, and innovation.

What makes a strong candidate for this Emerging Leaders Program role?

Strong candidates are recent graduates with degrees in Engineering, Sciences, Technology, or Business, prior manufacturing internships, proven leadership, technical aptitude, excellent communication skills, and willingness to relocate and work rotating shifts.

Soroco

AI solutions for workplace efficiency optimization

About Soroco

Soroco focuses on improving workplace efficiency using its patented Scout AI model, which creates a work graph to uncover and solve hidden operational issues. This model helps organizations, including many Fortune 500 companies, to optimize their workflows and enhance business results. Soroco's AI-driven solutions are designed to identify inefficiencies and streamline processes, making it easier for companies to achieve their goals. What sets Soroco apart from its competitors is its unique approach to mapping work processes and its strong academic foundation, with founders from prestigious institutions like Harvard, MIT, and Carnegie Mellon. The company's goal is to empower organizations to work smarter and achieve better outcomes through enhanced productivity.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

201-500Employees