Injection Mold Process Technician 1

Sonoco Products Company
$27.80/ hr
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Forest City
323 Pine Street (Show on map)
May 24, 2025
Location: Forest City, NC Position: Injection Mold Process Technician 1 Wage: $27.80/ hr Shift: 3rd shift, 11pm-7am Must be willing to work overtime and some weekends. Retention Bonus: $2,500 paid out in four 90 day increments 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. The Process Technician position reports directly to the Shift Supervisor, . Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. Must take pride in hands-on and analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail. This role is responsible for the safety of himself/herself and all team members. What you'll be doing: you will be responsible for process troubleshooting and set up of injection molded plastic products Must have a proven record of success in fast-paced environments. must have the ability to work with various teams and successfully troubleshoot, repair, and adjust equipment as needed. responsible for all aspects of the injection mold processes including; changing out molds, completing setups, troubleshooting, operation, and maintenance of injection mold equipment. Ability to perform in-press mold preventative maintenance and safety checks on molds and machines. Ability to perform set changes that are done in the press. Other duties as assigned by manager. We'd love to hear from you if: Knowledge and ability to perform all Mold Tech (mold setter/changer) duties Routsis Training (or Paulson) Modules: Fundamentals (Molding 101), Mold Setter, Maintenance, Quality and Professional Quality: Knowledge of SQC software and understand how to use the system during mold start up, trouble shooting and monitoring. Proven ability to restart any machine/mold type in the plant along with associated automation. Proven ability to perform a new start on basic 2 and 3 plate molds (Ex. Molds, 94, 268, etc.) and single core pull molds (Molds 1267,1080, etc.) and achieve the predetermined key process parameters. Basic process trouble shooting ability to identify and correct common problems encountered such as mechanical limits, electrical switch problems, heater problems, hydraulic problems, etc. Knowledge of basic electrical circuits. NO and NC switches, heater and thermocouples. Voltage, current and resistance. Knowledge and ability to use an ohm meter to check continuity and measure resistance in circuits - understanding of ohm's law. Ability to test and limit switches, safety switches, and hot runner systems and cabling. Optimal skills - principals of robust processing- knowledge of amorphous and crystalline materials. Material drying - know what materials to dry and how. Time, temperature and dew point. Hydraulics and pneumatics - understand basic principles of fluid dynamics. Hoist and crane certified Forklift license Energy Isolation certified Cat III ESWP certified 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.