Administrative Coordinator

Position: Administrative Coordinator
Location: Newport, TN
Hourly Rate: $27.00
Shift: Day Shift

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.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Coordinator to join our team. This full-time, in-office role will report directly to the Office Manager and provide essential support across several key areas, including financial accounting, purchasing, timekeeping, and general administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with financial accounting tasks, including invoice processing, data entry, and reconciliations.
• Support purchasing activities and vendor productivity opportunities, including placing orders, managing vendor communications and supply improvement opportunities, managing and maintaining purchasing records and data.
• Take, reconcile, and enter inventory counts on a scheduled basis.
• Complete assigned tasks related to month-end close processes accurately and on time.
• Maintain organized records and assist in document management for audits and reporting.
• Perform general office duties such as filing, scheduling, and correspondence.
• Support payroll timekeeping and payroll duties in addition to weekly incentive pay calculations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Owning employee engagement and community outreach programs on-site and in local communities.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Participate in Sonoco Performance System initiatives and assist in plant productivity improvements.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in an administrative, accounting, or office support role
• Familiarity with accounting systems, purchasing workflows, and timekeeping processes preferred
• High School degree required, accounting degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Experience with incentive pay calculations and inventory tracking is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Outlook, and Word)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment. We offer a stable schedule, supportive team culture, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to our plant’s success.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.

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.