Tooling Technician

Sonoco Products Company; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Tooling Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves practical machining, effective communication across departments, and a commitment to safety and quality. With a focus on mold maintenance and operation, you'll be integral to ensuring optimal production processes. The company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a sign-on bonus to attract top talent. If you're ready to contribute to a global leader in packaging solutions, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum two years machine shop/mold maintenance experience required.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Follow and assist in developing all Safety and Housekeeping procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks as documented in IQMS module.

Skills

Practical machining

Effective communication

Basic mechanical aptitude

Understanding of electrical circuits

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Tools

Metrology equipment

Windows based PC programs

Job description

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.

Position: Tooling Technician

Location: Chatham, NY

Wage: $28.60 - $38.86, Based on experience

Shift: Swing shift- alternates one week, 7am-3pm and the next week 3pm-11pm

OR 3rd shift- 11pm-7am

Up to $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

Day to day responsibilities:

• Must understand, follow, and assist developing all Safety and Housekeeping procedures.
• Practical machining experience (milling, lathe turning, precision grinding and fine polishing)
• Use of various metrology equipment and documentation of results.
• Possess ability to read Mold Prints, 3D Renderings and Schematics.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems. (cylinders, motors, valve gate, and hot runner systems)
• Practical Injection Molding experience (address cooling, venting, and steel condition issues)
• Effective Communication between processing, production, and maintenance groups.
• Assist in Documentation of mold set ups and assembly procedures.
• Understand, follow, and implement all priorities regarding daily mold setups and repairs from IQMS and scheduler.
• Must Perform Preventative Maintenance tasks as documented in IQMS module.

Requirements/Experience:

• Minimum two years machine shop/mold maintenance experience is required w/High School Degree or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of Electrical Circuits and Hydraulics
• Basic mechanical aptitude and understanding of metrology (and related equipment)
• Working knowledge of Windows based PC programs
• MIG or TIG welding experience a plus.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

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.