Tooling Technician III

Sonoco Products Company
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, New York, Chatham
Oct 11, 2024
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 TechnicianIII Location: Chatham, NY Wage: $37.73/hr 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.