Moldsetter I

2 months ago


Putnam, United States Sonoco Full time
Position- Mold Setter
Location: Putnam, CT
Pay: Starting at $22.66 /hour
Shift: 1st 5a-1:30p

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 to the Department Manager, as a Mold setter you will be you will be responsible for collaborating and contributing to the production environment within our manufacturing operations.  Safety, quality, productivity, and strong work ethic are important to the Sonoco culture. You will perform tasks that are necessary to provide high quality, efficient, timely shipment of Sonoco products.

What you will be doing:

  • Performs mold changes including the removal and installation of tool, air lines, fill guns, and material supply hoses.
  • Inspects and evaluates mold tools. Moves mold to designated location based on results of evaluation.
  • Conducts minor mold repairs and maintenance on the press.
  • Rebuilds, repairs, and tests fill guns.
  • Verifies mold tool has been installed properly by performing a test run.
  • Maintains adequate supply of spare parts for fill gun repairs and mold maintenance.
  • Operates PIT and documents safety checks.
  • Completes and maintains records according to production and quality standards.
  • Performs & documents preventative maintenance.
  • Maintains cleanliness of manufacturing and storage areas using 5S standards.
  • Performs all duties in a manner that demonstrates the highest level of quality and safety.
  • Other duties as required.

We want to hear from you if you:

  • Have a high school diploma or GED required. 2 – 4 year technical degree preferred.
  • Have 2 - 4 years of Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
  • Have basic knowledge of equipment and the molding/expansion process preferred along with hydraulics, and pneumatics, steam systems, maintenance programs, etc.
  • Possess good clerical, technical, and mechanical skills required. Ability to troubleshoot machines\
  • Have Strong communication and organization skills.
  • Are self-motivated individual who can multi-task in a fast paced production setting.
  • Are proficient in Excel, Outlook and other MS office applications.

Why You’ll Like Working With US:

  •  We care about YOU through employee development, providing excellent benefits, investing in your future and valuing diversity and inclusion.