Packaging Equipment Assembly Technician

Somic Packaging Inc.; Inver Grove Heights (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401K

16 Days of PTO

10 Paid Holidays

Health Spending Plan

Life/AD&D and Disability insurance

Safety Glasses Allowance

Safety Boots Allowance

Employee Referral Incentives

Job summary

SOMIC Packaging is expanding its U.S. operations and seeking an Assembly Technician to assemble, wire, and plumb packaging machines and format tools at our Minnesota facility. You will read 2D/3D drawings, perform electrical and pneumatic work, and ensure machines are ready for pre-commissioning.

You will collaborate with engineers and commissioning teams, document processes, and contribute to continuous improvements while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Technical training in mechanical, electrical, or industrial fields.
• Hands-on assembly experience in industrial machinery or packaging equipment.
• Ability to read 2D drawings, 3D models, and electrical/pneumatic schematics.
• Experience with pneumatic systems, electrical wiring, and mechanical assembly.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and quality focus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble machines and format tools per drawings and schematics.
• Wire electrical systems and pneumatically plumb subassemblies.
• Level machines and conveyors for readiness.
• Perform pre-commissioning checks and troubleshoot issues.
• Document assembly processes and hours worked.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to meet deadlines.
• Identify process improvements to boost efficiency and quality.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical installation

Pneumatic plumbing

Reading 2D/3D drawings

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Forklift experience

Education

Technical training in mechanical/electrical/industrial fields

Tools

2D/3D drawings tools

Electrical wiring tools

Pneumatic tooling

Job description

SOMIC Packaging is expanding its U.S. operations and seeking an Assembly Technician to assemble, wire, and plumb packaging machines and format tools at our Minnesota facility. You will read 2D/3D drawings, perform electrical and pneumatic work, and ensure machines are ready for pre-commissioning.

You will collaborate with engineers and commissioning teams, document processes, and contribute to continuous improvements while maintaining high quality and safety standards.