Liquibox Assembly Technician

Assembly Technician

Shift: 1st Schedule: 6 AM to 6 PM. 12-hour rotating shift schedule Pay rate: $18.00/hr (commensurate with experience) This role supports Liquibox with Sealed Air as part of the Lester Prairie Team, helping deliver innovative packaging solutions to customers across the region. Join our dynamic manufacturing team as an Assembly Technician where you'll leverage your technical expertise to maintain critical production equipment, train team members, and drive operational excellence. As an Assembly Technician, you'll play a vital role in maintaining production efficiency, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring quality standards are consistently met. This position combines technical skills with leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion workplace safety by following established protocols and proactively identifying potential hazards
• Collaborate with quality teams to ensure all products meet or exceed customer specifications
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on assembly equipment including: Air system adjustments and fitting replacements Sensor calibration and optimization Pallet index jam resolution Alarm troubleshooting and system resets Gripper and pin replacement
• Train and mentor assembly operators on safety protocols, operational best practices, and quality standards
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and production output
• Maintain equipment health checks and preventative maintenance schedules
• Ensure adequate inventory of maintenance parts and components
• Document and report daily production metrics to management
• Prioritize production tasks based on shipping requirements and deadlines
• Operate assembly machinery including boxing, labeling, and palletizing equipment
• Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, assembly, or production environments
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with industrial equipment maintenance and repair
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Mathematical aptitude for production calculations and measurements
• Physical ability to lift up to 60 pounds and stand/walk during 12-hour shifts
• Proficiency in operating manual and electric pallet jacks

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Technical certification in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or a related field
• Experience with pneumatic systems and controls
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Experience training or mentoring team members
• Familiarity with production scheduling and inventory management

Core Competencies

• Technical problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Equipment maintenance and repair
• Team leadership and training
• Process improvement
• Safety compliance and awareness
• Quality control and assurance
• Time management and prioritization
• Cross-functional collaboration

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours)
• Capable of lifting, carrying, and moving items weighing up to 60 pounds
• Manual dexterity for operating tools and equipment
• Visual acuity to inspect parts and read technical documentation

Work Environment

This position operates in a manufacturing facility with exposure to moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels, and standard industrial conditions. Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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