Assembly Technician

Sealed Air Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Sealed Air Corporation is seeking an Assembly Technician to support the Liquibox team at Lester Prairie, MN. The role involves maintaining production equipment, performing troubleshooting, and leading safety and quality practices on a 12-hour shift from 6 AM to 6 PM.

You will train operators, drive process improvements, and ensure GMP standards are met while keeping equipment healthy and inventory stocked for smooth production flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in manufacturing/assembly environments preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills required.
• Experience with industrial equipment maintenance helps.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement fixes to minimize downtime.
• Train and mentor assembly operators on safety and quality standards.
• Support process improvements to increase efficiency and output.
• Document production metrics and ensure GMP compliance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manual pallet jack

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Company Description

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. Westrive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value for our stakeholders. In 2024, Sealed Airgenerated $5.4 billion in revenue and had approximately 16,400 employees distributing products and services to 117 countries/territories around the world. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Job Description

Shift: 1st
Schedule:6 AM to 6 PM. 12-hour rotating shift schedule
Pay rate: $18.00/hr(commensurate with experience)
Liquibox, under the Sealed Air organization - 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 manualand 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

Additional Information

Relocation:No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.