Press Operator - 1st Shift

Machine OperatorAs a Machine Operator with Liberty Packaging, you will contribute to the growth of our business by being a key player in safely producing quality corrugated products for our customers. You will work within a small group, and as an operator you will help be a leader within your crew to maximize machine efficiencies by setting up orders correctly, performing quality checks and communicating issues.This full-time position reports directly to a Production Supervisor and is located at our Golden Valley, MN manufacturing facility.Duties and ResponsibilitiesOperate machine by setting up orders according to customer specifications, following order readiness process of efficiently preparing the right tools to complete the job.Perform quality checks by inspecting a first article, and articles throughout the order to identify errors, ensuring quality product along with monitoring equipment and raw materials.Enter production metrics into a computer electronic system to accurately track progress of production rates, quality, maintenance, and downtime.Proactively communicate issues with equipment to appropriate leaders, trouble shoot issues, and problem solve individually and as a team to maximize overall equipment efficiency and minimize downtime.Provides guidance to Assistant Machine Operators, as needed.Intermittently assist with minor repairs to equipment in partnership with maintenance team.Maintain a clean and organized work area by following post order cleaning process.Follow plant safety processes and procedures outlined for the machine center.Other duties, as assignedRequired Education, Experience and SkillsHigh School diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution AND 3+ years of work experience within a manufacturing environment OR 4+ years manufacturing experience in lieu of education.Previous experience with reading a tape measure to within 1/16” measurement.Previous experience with a computer using skills such as typing, printing, and data entry.Previous experience applying math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.Previous experience reading and completing detailed work instructions.Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.Preferred Education, Experience and SkillsExperience within the corrugated industryExperience with operational excellence or continuous improvement programs – Lean 6 Sigma, Kaizen EventsCompensation & BenefitsThe starting pay rate for this position is $26.63 per hour (if applicable) plus hourly shift differential pay.At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid vacation; paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services.Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to lift up-to 50 poundsMust be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environmentMust be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shiftMust be able to bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shiftMust be able to stand for 6+ hours per shiftMust be able to walk for 6+ hours per shiftMust be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shiftAbout Our CompanyComprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota, Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.Since 1918, our values – Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence – have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics ( Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products ) and Safco.Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.