Benefits | EMEA
People-First Policies
We provide our employees with excellent benefits that support their safety, health and wellbeing. Our generous benefits make it easy for our employees to thrive and take care of themselves and their families. Benefits vary based on region.
*Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location.
Compensation & Financial Wellbeing
Health & Wellbeing
Work-Life Balance
Additional Benefits
Regional Committees
We value diverse perspectives and believe that an inclusive workplace drives innovation and performance.
Employee-led committees support initiatives that promote inclusion, equal opportunity, and a culture of respect. These committees encourage open dialogue, raise awareness on key topics, and contribute to creating a working environment where everyone feels welcomed, supported, and able to thrive.
Through local engagement and collaboration, we continue to strengthen a culture built on fairness, mutual respect, and shared responsibility.
Career Development Opportunities
Sonoco University
Create your own career development journey. Ongoing development opportunities include on-the-job instruction, face-to-face facilitation and eLearning. The Sonoco University digital platform includes over 5,000 courses across many competencies and skill sets and is available to employees 24/7.
Mentorship
With three different mentoring types: career development, peer-to-peer, and new hire. Our mentorship program provides the foundation for meaningful growth. Having a mentor helps employees understand how they can improve, leverage their strengths and broaden their perspectives as they navigate every stage of their careers.
Apprenticeships
We offer a variety of apprenticeship opportunities that combine academic and technical instruction with paid work experience to prepare associates for a career in advanced manufacturing.
Internships
Our internship programs offer a 12-week journey through the heart of the manufacturing and packaging sector. Interns engage in hands-on projects, absorbing the company's culture and acquiring essential business leadership expertise. Post-internship participants are poised to step into full-time roles.
Sustainability is a core issue.
Sustainability is deeply rooted in our heritage and in the way we operate across Europe.
Building on years of environmental initiatives and industry expertise, we focus on reducing environmental impact, advancing recyclable and responsible packaging solutions, and driving continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes. Our teams are actively engaged in initiatives that support the circular economy and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Why Sonoco?
Working at Sonoco has given me the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. I have been given the tools necessary to be able to work towards my goals and career aspirations within the company. In addition, I have also been given the opportunity to work with great co-workers and managers who motivate and encourage me in my journey.
Frank Velez, Employee Data Partner
