Liquibox Assembly Technician

Sealed Air Corporation; Lester Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sealed Air Corporation in Minnesota is seeking an Assembly Technician to support our manufacturing team. You will maintain production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to safe, efficient operations on a 12-hour rotating shift.

The role combines hands-on technical work with mentoring responsibilities and a focus on GMP compliance, quality, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years in manufacturing, with equipment maintenance

Qualifications

• Proven safety compliance and adherence to protocols.
• Experience with pneumatic systems and controls.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience training or mentoring team members.
• Familiarity with production scheduling and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Champion workplace safety by following established protocols.
• Collaborate with quality teams to ensure products meet specifications.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on assembly equipment.
• Train and mentor assembly operators on safety, practices and quality.
• Develop and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and output.
• Maintain equipment health checks and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Document daily production metrics and report to management.
• Prioritize production tasks based on shipping requirements and deadlines.

Skills

Safety awareness

Pneumatic systems

Lean manufacturing

Team training/mentoring

Production scheduling & inventory

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job 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. We strive 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 2023, Sealed Air generated $5.5 billion in revenue in 2023 and had approximately 17,000 employees operating out of 46 countries/territories and distributing products in 115 countries/territories around the world. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Position Overview

Shift: 1st

Schedule: 6 AM to 6 PM. 12-hour rotating shift schedule

Pay rate: $18.00/hr (commensurate with experience)

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

Essential Functions and 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

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

Experience and Qualifications

• 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

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.

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

#SAHOURLY

Requisition id: 50665

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.

• Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver's License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at [e-mail].