Toolmaker - 2nd Shift

Altium Packaging•Sparta, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A Toolmaker is responsible for the disassembly, assessment, repair, and assembly of Blow and Injection Molding tooling to ensure optimal production performance. Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs. Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us! We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers. Our Guiding Principles Act with Integrity & in Compliance Drive Value Creation Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs Focus on the Customer Act with Humility Treat others with Dignity and Respect Seeking Fulfillment in your Work We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource – Our People! We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions, Altium Packaging locations offer rewards and recognition programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Take your career to the next level at Altium Packaging! We are the National Leader in a Stable, Growing Industry! Altium Packaging is a leading developer and manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging solutions in North America. We serve a diverse customer base in the dairy, household chemicals, food/nutraceuticals, industrial/specialty chemicals, water, pharmaceuticals, and beverage/juice segments. With a network of more than 70 rigid plastic packaging manufacturing facilities, two recycled resins facilities, and 4,000 employees, Altium Packaging has an integrated network that consistently delivers reliable and cost-effective packaging and recycled resin solutions to meet the needs of a wide range of customers. From its state-of-the art Studio PKG™, to the recycling technologies of Envision Plastics, to its experienced manufacturing teams across its network, Altium Packaging delivers high performance, cost-effective solutions.

Requirements

HS Diploma/GED
5+ years’ experience in Tool & Die or related field.
Proficiency with precision measurement tools.
Experience operating Tool & Die machinery: lathes, mills, grinders, welders, etc.
Overhead Crane/rigging experience.

Nice To Haves

Technical Certificate from Trade School preferred.
Experience with hot runner injection and stretch blow molding preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate all machinery, hand tools, and equipment.
Resolve tooling issues based upon production feedback.
Participate in tooling repairs and communicate all issues to senior staff.
Perform specialty operations as requested by senior staff (milling, turning, welding, grinding, polishing, etc.).
Electronically document all work performed for every mold.
Read blueprints and utilize precision measurement devices (height gauges, bore gauges, micrometers, sine plates, gauge blocks, etc.) to verify components meet print specifications.
Repair or request replacement parts as needed to maintain adequate inventory levels.
Aid production in troubleshooting tool and machine issues on the floor as requested by senior staff.
Use handheld tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers, socket sets, power tools, etc.
Take the lead on individual tool projects and preventative maintenance projects.
Keep work areas clean and organized to maintain a safe work environment.
Ability to work overtime or fill absences as needed based on the needs of the business.
Follow all safety requirements.