Tool & Die Technician - Corrugated Packaging Specialist

Hood-Container-1; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Hood Container Corporation in Dalton, GA is seeking a Manufacturing Tool and Die Technician to manage tooling assets, including cutting dies and printing plates, and to ensure timely procurement, maintenance, and tracking to support production.

The role acts as a liaison between design and production, maintaining records, coordinating preventive maintenance, and helping minimize downtime while keeping tooling compliant with company standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in tooling coordination, manufacturing support, or a related role.
• Proficiency with inventory management systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement, maintenance, and inventory of printing plates, cutting dies, and related tooling to support production needs.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to understand tooling requirements and specifications for new and existing products.
• Track tooling usage, condition, and lifecycle status, ensuring timely repairs or replacements to prevent production delays.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records related to tooling assets, including maintenance schedules, calibration data, and compliance reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to optimize tooling processes and reduce costs.

Skills

Tooling coordination

Inventory management systems

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Tools

Amtech

Job description

Hood Container Corporation in Dalton, GA is seeking a Manufacturing Tool and Die Technician to manage tooling assets, including cutting dies and printing plates, and to ensure timely procurement, maintenance, and tracking to support production.

The role acts as a liaison between design and production, maintaining records, coordinating preventive maintenance, and helping minimize downtime while keeping tooling compliant with company standards.