Tooling Technician

SONOCO CANADA; Town of Chatham (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company

Wellbeing tools and resources

Paid time off and holidays

Insurance plans including life

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco Products Company in Chatham, NY is seeking a Tooling Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on injection molds, troubleshoot mold issues, and support mold changeovers. You will operate machining equipment and perform precision bench work, documenting repair history in CMMS/IQMS systems.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, 3–5 years of mold maintenance or related mechanical experience, and proficiency in reading mold prints and using metrology tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years mold maintenance, machining, or related mechanical experience.
• Ability to read mold prints, schematics and technical docs.
• Knowledge of milling, turning, grinding processes.
• Understanding of hydraulics/pneumatics and hot runner systems.
• Injection molding experience preferred.
• Strong metrology and dimensional inspection skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and standard repairs on injection molds.
• Troubleshoot mold issues and wear, venting, cooling problems.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble molds with minimal supervision.
• Support mold changeovers and assist during startups and troubleshooting.
• Operate milling machines, lathes, grinders for repairs and mods.
• Conduct precision bench work: polishing, fitting, adjustments.
• Use metrology tools to verify dimensions and quality.
• Document maintenance activities in CMMS/IQMS systems.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional communication

Mold maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Grinders

CMMS/IQMS

Metrology equipment

Job description

Position: Tooling Technician Location: Chatham, NY Wage: $29.32- 34.91/ hr (depends on experience) Shift: 1st shift-7am-3pm

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.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform preventative maintenance and standard repairs on injection molds in accordance with established schedules and procedures
• Troubleshoot mold issues
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble molds with minimal supervision
• Troubleshoot mold-related issues including wear, venting, cooling inefficiencies, and minor component failures
• Support mold changeovers and provide on-press assistance during startups and troubleshooting events
• Operate machining equipment (milling machines, lathes, grinders) to complete repairs and minor modifications
• Perform precision bench work including polishing, fitting, and component adjustments
• Utilize metrology equipment to verify dimensions and ensure quality standards are met
• Accurately document maintenance activities, findings, and repair history in CMMS/IQMS systems
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and improve tooling performance
• Follow and support all safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives

We’d love to hear from you if:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 3–5 years of mold maintenance, machining, or related mechanical experience
• Ability to read and interpret mold prints, schematics, and technical documentation
• Working knowledge of machining processes including milling, turning, and grinding
• Basic to intermediate understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and hot runner systems
• Injection molding experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in mold maintenance, repair, and preventative maintenance practices
• Strong working knowledge of metrology and dimensional inspection techniques
• Ability to troubleshoot basic to intermediate mechanical and tooling issues
• Understanding of injection molding processes and their impact on tooling performance
• Effective communication and coordination across production, maintenance, and engineering teams
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• You have hands-on experience maintaining and repairing injection molds
• You are confident in your ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues
• You take initiative and can work independently while still collaborating with a team
• You are committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

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.

Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value‑added, sustainable metal and fiber consumer and industrial packaging. The Company is now a multi‑billion‑dollar enterprise with approximately 22,500 employees working in 270 operations in 40 countries, serving some of the world’s best‑known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. Sonoco Privacy Policy