Tooling Technician

Bericap is a privately held family-owned company founded in 1926, and is one of the leading manufacturers of plastic closures for food, beverage and industrial markets. As a result of continued growth Bericap SC, LLC has a full-time, hourly opening for a Tooling Technician reporting to the Tooling Supervisor. The Tooling Technician will be responsible for performing routine maintenance on plastic injection molds, both in the press and on the bench under the direct supervision of the Tooling Supervisor. This will consist of disassembling, cleaning, organizing and reassembling complex tooling. Key Responsibilities:General Ensures that all work undertaken is carried out safely and without injury Ensures Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are followed at all times (no jewelry, cell phone, nicotine in any form, etc.) Ensures that all food safety issues are reported to the appropriate manager or supervisor Housekeeping duties performed throughout the shift Ability to lift 35 pounds unassisted and while standing/walking for duration of shift Develop, implement, and support Continuous Improvements Programs Initiates corrective action for non-conformances Identify Opportunities for Improvement and enter into See It, Sort It, Report It system Able and willing to wear appropriate PPE as required Able to work unscheduled overtime, weekends and holidays as needed Duties as assigned per Tooling Supervisor Tooling Functions Perform mold related services to schedule (dates due and duration of downtime) Set and pull molds in and out of the injection machines Provide support to the maintenance and mold shop crew as required Responsible for maintaining mold related records and history in designated network folder and appropriate systems Execute mold maintenance activities in a manner that achieves the department KPI's Provide timely response to mold related issues on the production floor Maintain the injection molds at a level that focuses on preservation and product quality at or better than production standards Responsible for cleanup of water, grease and oil after mold installs Initiate action for part containment repairs Maintain the following: Injection Molds (troubleshooting, inspection, repairs, cavitation, PMs), spare mold related tooling (safe storage, accurate inventory count, internal request for purchases of tooling components) and cleaning supplies associated with mold maintenance to include the solutions in the FISA sonic cleaner Skills Competency in several of the following areas: reading blueprints, pneumatics, hydraulics, machine shop equipment, metal fabrication, mechanical principles and basic math. Geometry and trigonometry a plus Basic rigging skills to manage assembled molds and mold plates? Basic welding skills a plus Working knowledge of injection molding machines Good communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and in writing Basic computer skills Experience 3-5 years' experience in the following areas preferred: mold troubleshooting and repair, hot runner system repair, close tolerance components, injection molding process and troubleshooting Ability to use machine shop equipment such as: lathe, mills, surface grinders, measurement equipment and basic functions of an injection molding machine Working knowledge of a computerized maintenance management system ISO or similar quality system and SQF or similar food safety system preferred Education Technical college diploma in related field or Industrial License preferred Benefits Medical, dental and vision insurance FSA and Dependent Care Accounts Company paid short term, long term and life insurance 401(k) plans with company matching contributions Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Employee Recognition Program Perfect Attendance Awards Employee Fitness Reimbursement About Bericap Bericap is a privately held family-owned company founded in 1926, and is one of the leading manufacturers of plastic closures for food, beverage and industrial markets. Bericap's plastic closures incorporate tamper evidency, sealing features, pouring features, and are backed by our R & D centers in the U.S. and Europe. Bericap produces more than 91 billion closures annually with 26 plants operating in 21 countries and employs more than 4,000 people. The quality of people is the one element that distinguishes one company from others; Bericap recognizes that it is the total sum of its employees' talent and professionalism that is responsible for its success. For this reason, the Company makes every effort to attract the finest professionals, nurture their growth, and place their capabilities at the service of its customers. Bericap SC, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.

Created: 2026-03-04