2nd Shift Machine Operator

Liberty Diversified International, Inc.; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) + Company Match

Annual Profit Sharing

Job summary

Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is hiring a Machine Operator I for our Brooklyn Park, MN facility. You will operate and set up machinery, participate in quality checks, and communicate issues to leadership while guiding junior operators in a fast-paced corrugated production environment.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED with manufacturing experience, strong math and computer skills, and availability for overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or GED and 3+ years manufacturing experience or 4+ years manufacturing experience in lieu of education.
• Able to read a tape measure within 1/16 inch.
• Proficient with basic computer/data entry tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine by setting up orders per customer specs and prepare tools for job.
• Perform quality checks by inspecting first article and subsequent items to ensure quality output.
• Enter production metrics to track progress, quality, maintenance, and downtime.
• Proactively communicate equipment issues and troubleshoot to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Provide guidance to Assistant Machine Operators as needed.
• Assist with minor repairs in partnership with maintenance team.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow post-order cleaning procedures.
• Follow plant safety processes for the machine center.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Computer literacy

Basic math

Work instructions reading

Overtime/weekend availability

Education

HS diploma or GED

4+ years manufacturing experience in lieu of education

Job description

Location: Brooklyn Park, MN, United States
Business Unit: Liberty Packaging
Remote Type: No Remote

As a Machine Operator I 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 w ork with in a small group , and as an operator you will help be a lead er 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 Brooklyn Park, MN , manufacturing facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• O perate machine by setting up order s according to customer specifications , follow ing order readiness process of efficiently preparing the right tools to complete the job .
• Pe rform quality check s by inspecting a first article , and articles throughout the order to identify errors , ensur ing 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 a ssist with minor repairs to equipment in partnership with maintenance team .
• Maintain a clean and organized work area by following post order cleaning proces s .
• Follow plant safety processes and procedures outlined for the machine center .
• Other duties, as assigned .

REQUIRED EDUCATION , EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• High 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 SKILLS

• Experience within the corrugated industry
• Experience with operational excellence or continuous improvement programs – Lean 6 Sigma, Kaizen Events

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting pay rate for this position is $ 24.51 per hour, plus shift differential (If applicable), with an automatic increase to $ 27.22 per hour upon successful completion of the 60-working-day probationary period. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting . Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The 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 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift

about our company:

Comprised 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, 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 solutions and service 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.