Toolmaker I - Sonoco

Position: Toolmaker I Location: Dekalb, IL Wage: $26.32 Shift: 2nd shift 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. While reporting directly to the BFT or HST Supervisor, the following job description outlines the essential functions of each level of role within the tooling department. The following lists are not exhaustive, and the employee in each of these roles is expected to assume any and all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in the following. What You’ll Be Doing: Ability to assemble basic tooling without supervision Specializes in one type of tooling: Blister Form or Heat Seal Ability to train new assemblers on their respective tooling type Routine rework such as: replacing/installing heli-coils or thread inserts, fix scratches and dents, flattening warped plates, etc. Manual machining on knee mills and lathes to tolerances of +/-0.010” or better Proficient print reading and shop math Operation of other manual machine shop equipment: hole punch machine, hydraulic press, radial arm drill, drill press, riser drill, surface grinder, etc. Precision measuring with dials, calipers, indicators, depth mics, etc. Proficiently polish molds and plugs to production standards Deburr and break all sharp edges of parts Drill tiny vacuum holes in molds Operate bead blaster machine to put a production-level finish on molds We’d love to hear from you if: All skills of Die Polisher High School or equivalent, vocational or journeyman+ preferred Ability to read/write and follow verbal and written instructions Ability to read, understand and work from blueprints, sketches, and work orders Fundamental skills as machinist in metal fabrication, tool making, and mold construction Understanding of tolerances and precision measuring Basic computer experiences with file processing, email, Web navigation, and MS office Must have a working knowledge of shop math and general hand tools Handling/prepping of raw materials; Milling, Turning, Saw, Drill, Polish, and Assembly of tooling components Healthy attitude to work within a team environment 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 provider of consumer, industrial, healthcare and protective packaging. With annualized net sales of approximately $5.2 billion, the Company has 20,000 employees working in more than 300 operations in 34 countries serving some of the world’s best-known brands in some 85 nations. Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities that support our corporate purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life. The Company was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies 2021 as well as being included in Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row.