Maintenance Technician

Liberty Diversified International, Inc.; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Diversified International, Inc. in Golden Valley, MN, is seeking a Maintenance Technician C to perform complex maintenance on our manufacturing equipment and ensure reliable operation.

The role reports to the Manager of Maintenance at the Golden Valley facility and requires hands-on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting, along with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED from accredited institution.
• 3+ years as maintenance tech in manufacturing or Level II LD I program completed.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; able to troubleshoot complex equipment.
• Solid understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Able to troubleshoot PLC- and VFD-controlled equipment using schematics.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on converting equipment.
• Align components, replace parts, and perform precision maintenance to improve reliability.
• Troubleshoot using electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic schematics; root cause analysis.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records including work orders, parts usage, equipment history.
• Support reliability, TPM, Lean and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety and performance.
• May train or mentor junior technicians as assigned by Management.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Read schematics

Team player

Detail oriented

Education

High School diploma or GED

LDI Maintenance Training Program Level II

Tools

PLC programming

VFD control

Job description

Location: Golden Valley, MN, United States
Business Unit: Liberty Packaging
Remote Type: No Remote

The Maintenance Technician C will be responsible for performing complex maintenance tasks, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring the efficient operation of our manufacturing machinery.This will require a strong mechanical aptitude, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

This full-time position reports directly to the Manager Maintenance and is located at our Golden Valley, MN manufacturing facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing converting equipment and machinery.
• Perform equipment alignment, component replacement, and precision maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and reduce equipment downtime.
• Perform troubleshooting using electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and equipment schematics to diagnose failures and verify repairs. Conduct root cause analysis of recurring equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve reliability and reduce downtime. Assist in the installation, setup, and calibration of new equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, parts usage, and equipment history.
• Participate in and support reliability, TPM, Lean, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, equipment effectiveness, and operational performance.
• Train and mentor junior technicians as needed. Request by Ross to change this verbiage to “May be asked to train or mentor as assigned by Management”.
• Comply with safety regulations, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and stored-energy isolation procedures, while maintaining clean and orderly work areas. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• High School diploma or GED equivalent from accredited institution.
• 3+ years of experience as a maintenance tech/mechanic in manufacturing environment AND/OR satisfactory completion of level II requirements from the LDI Maintenance Training Program.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex equipment issues.
• Solid understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC- and VFD-controlled equipment, interpret ladder logic, verify I/O device operation, and support control system recovery activities.. Ability to interpret and utilize electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and equipment schematics to diagnose equipment failures and validate repairs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required .

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• 2+ year technical degree in Maintenance related field
• Experience within the corrugated industry
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with operational excellence or continuous improvement programs – Lean 6 Sigma, Kaizen Events

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting pay rate for this position is $ 34.03 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 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, 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 s olutions 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.