Toolmaker

Sealed Air Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 116,049,000 - 149,001,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sealed Air, Liquibox division, seeks a Senior Toolmaker to maintain and repair plastic injection molds from single‑cavity to high‑volume tooling. You will troubleshoot, set up, and support production while mentoring junior toolmakers.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in mold assembly and repair, expects to operate mills, lathes, EDMs, and hot runner systems, and collaborates across teams to improve tooling performance.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or diploma in Tool & Die, Precision Machining, or related program.
• 2-5 years hands-on experience with plastic injection mold assembly, disassembly, and repair.
• Proficient with toolroom equipment (mills, lathes, grinders, EDM); GD&T understanding.
• Experience with hot runner systems troubleshooting and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision maintenance, repair, and setup of plastic injection molds.
• Disassemble, clean, and inspect mold components using overhead crane equipment.
• Execute tooling changeovers and setups to meet production specs.
• Troubleshoot defects and dimensional issues in plastic parts via bench work and in-press analysis.
• Operate CNC mills, lathes, EDM machines, and surface grinders to fabricate or repair mold components.
• Maintain and troubleshoot hot runner systems.
• Provide training to junior toolmakers and apprentices.
• Recommend design modifications to improve tooling performance and longevity.
• Support production with responsive troubleshooting and emergency repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Spatial reasoning

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Associate's degree or diploma in Tool & Die / Precision Machining

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

EDM

Hot runner systems

CNC

Job description

Company Description

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. Westrive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value for our stakeholders. In 2024, Sealed Airgenerated $5.4 billion in revenue and had approximately 16,400 employees distributing products and services to 117 countries/territories around the world. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Job Description

Liquibox, under the Sealed Air organization - This role supports Liquibox with Sealed Air as part of the Lester Prairie Team, helping deliver innovative packaging solutions to customers across the region. We are seeking an experienced Senior Toolmaker specializing in plastic injection mold maintenance and repair to join our manufacturing team. In this high-skill position, you will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex injection mold tooling while supporting our production operations and mentoring junior team members.

Schedule

• Shift Options:Afternoon (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) or Night Shift (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Work Pattern:Monday-Friday or Rotating Schedule 2/2/3

Pay rate:$40.50 - $52/hr(commensurate with experience)
Night Shift Differential: $2.00

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform precision maintenance, repair, and setup of plastic injection molds ranging from single-cavity to complex multi-cavity high-volume tooling
• Disassemble, clean, and inspect complex mold components, including handling tools weighing thousands of pounds using overhead crane equipment
• Execute tooling changeovers and setups to meet production specifications and schedules
• Troubleshoot visual defects and dimensional issues in plastic parts through bench work and in-press analysis
• Operate precision toolroom equipment including CNC mills, lathes, EDM machines, and surface grinders to fabricate or repair mold components
• Maintain and troubleshoot hot runner systems and components
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior toolmakers and apprentices
• Recommend design modifications to improve tooling performance and longevity
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and maintain 5S standards in work areas
• Support production needs through responsive troubleshooting and emergency repairs

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Education:Associate's degree or diploma in Tool & Die, Precision Machining, or related machine trades program
• Experience:2-5 years of hands-on experience with plastic injection mold assembly, disassembly, and repair
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in toolroom equipment operation (mills, lathes, grinders, EDM)
  • Experience with hot runner systems troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation
  • Precision measurement techniques and equipment usage
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and spatial reasoning
• Additional Skills:
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities
  • Mathematical skills for dimensional calculations
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Effective communication skills for cross-functional teamwork
    

Physical Requirements

Position requires standing for extended periods, lifting and manipulating tools and components (with mechanical assistance for heavy items), and performing detailed work requiring good manual dexterity and visual acuity. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Core Values & Competencies

• Safety Focus:Commitment to workplace safety practices and protocols
• Quality Driven:Dedication to precision work and quality outcomes
• Collaborative:Ability to work effectively in team environments
• Problem Solver:Analytical approach to troubleshooting and issue resolution
• Continuous Improvement:Proactive mindset toward process optimization

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Additional Information

Requisition id:53103

Relocation:No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

*Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver’s License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at [e-mail].

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