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Toolmaker

Sealed Air
dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, South Carolina, Simpsonville
803 N Maple St (Show on map)
Nov 06, 2025
Job Description Toolmaker Lester Prairie, Lester Prairie Requisition ID: 53104 If you are a current employee click here to apply. Job Description Position Overview The Toolmaker A works to repair and maintain plastic injection mold tools, varying from single cavity low volume tomulti-cavity high volume molds. This routinely includes disassembly and cleaning of complex molds, some of whichcan exceed thousands of pounds in weight and require lifting by an overhead crane to tables in the Toolroom, whereintricate and often delicate or expensive components are removed for inspection, repair, and cleaning. Setups to thecorrect plastic product configuration are done by the Toolmaker, who works with other Toolmakers includingapprentices on jobs scheduled by priority. Troubleshooting of molding visual defects or dimensional issues may bedone on the bench or in the presses to determine next steps and make corrections as needed. Some fabrication orrepair may be done on components using toolroom equipment including use of a lathe, mill, EDM machine, grinders,etc. Shift:2nd shift M-F Schedule: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM Pay rate: $40.50-$52/hr Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. ReasonableAccommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Perform scheduled & emergency tooling repair, maintenance, cleaning & set-up of self-contained molds Inspect, build & maintain tooling & part fixtures using turning, milling & grinding operations Recommend changes to mold designs to improve life of the tooling Assist in troubleshooting of tooling on production floor in the molding machines & on the bench Understanding of hot runner tooling function, maintenance & troubleshooting Assist in the training of other toolmakers and apprentices Participation in plant-wide safety efforts - safe and careful work practices always followed to reinforce a culture of safety Support and participation in continuous improvement activities including maintaining a clean and organized workplace Responsiveness to customer, scheduling, production, engineering and maintenance demands Ability to work independently as well as on a team, and willing participation in cross-training activities Other responsibilities and projects as assigned Competency Statements Act: Safely, Responsibly and Ethically Develop: Positive, Collaborative Teams and Healthy Work Environments. Deliver: Timely, Innovative and Sustainable Focused Solutions. Drive: Quality in Products, Service, and Attainment of Professional Goals. Integrate: Core Values of Commitment, Responsibility, and Innovation into all aspects of work. Qualifications Education: Degree or diploma for 2-year machine trades program Experience: Two - Five years' experience in assembly and reassembly of molds with thorough knowledge &understanding of tooling, tool room practices, and fabricating techniques Specific skills: Mechanical aptitude, ability to accurately trouble shoot and problem solve, strong organizational and mathematical skills. Work Environment Manufacturing Plant. Climate Controlled. 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 Information at a Glance WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR? It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air's global resources and expertise. Corporate sustainability - it's about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate. Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it's more than a goal, it's an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values. Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.