Liquibox Assembly Technician

Sealed Air is hiring a Liquibox Assembly Technician in Lester Prairie, MN. This role involves maintaining production equipment, training team members, and ensuring quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, implementing process improvements, and ensuring workplace safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma, 2+ years of manufacturing experience, and mechanical aptitude. The position offers a 12-hour rotating shift with a pay rate of $18.00/hr.
Company DescriptionSealed 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 2024, Sealed Air generated $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 DescriptionShift: 1st
Schedule: 6 AM to 6 PM. 12-hour rotating shift schedule
Pay rate: $18.00/hr (commensurate with experience)

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 hazardsCollaborate with quality teams to ensure all products meet or exceed customer specificationsDiagnose, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on assembly equipment including:Air system adjustments and fitting replacementsSensor calibration and optimizationPallet index jam resolutionAlarm troubleshooting and system resetsGripper and pin replacementTrain and mentor assembly operators on safety protocols, operational best practices, and quality standardsDevelop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and production outputMaintain equipment health checks and preventative maintenance schedulesEnsure adequate inventory of maintenance parts and componentsDocument and report daily production metrics to managementPrioritize production tasks based on shipping requirements and deadlinesOperate assembly machinery including boxing, labeling, and palletizing equipmentMaintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards



QualificationsRequired

High School Diploma or GED equivalent2+ years of experience in manufacturing, assembly, or production environmentsDemonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skillsExperience with industrial equipment maintenance and repairStrong organizational abilities and attention to detailExcellent verbal and written communication skillsMathematical aptitude for production calculations and measurementsPhysical ability to lift up to 60 pounds and stand/walk during 12-hour shiftsProficiency in operating manual and electric pallet jacks

Preferred Skills & Experience

Technical certification in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or a related fieldExperience with pneumatic systems and controlsKnowledge of lean manufacturing principlesExperience training or mentoring team membersFamiliarity with production scheduling and inventory management

Core Competencies

Technical problem-solving and troubleshootingEquipment maintenance and repairTeam leadership and trainingProcess improvementSafety compliance and awarenessQuality control and assuranceTime management and prioritizationCross-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 poundsManual dexterity for operating tools and equipmentVisual 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) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountsFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid elder carePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insuranceAdditional InformationRequisition 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 globalta@sealedair.com.

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