Job Description

Liberty Packaging is currently seeking Assistant Machine Operators to join our production team! We are a nationwide network of corrugated packaging companies providing supply chain solutions for a wide range of customer needs. These positions are located at our production facility in Rock Island.

Starting pay of up to $17.75/hour after training period including shift differential along with a full benefits package that includes 3 weeks paid time off and more!

Required Skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow all work safety policies, programs, and guidelines
• Assist in the setup and operation of industrial machinery in accordance with LQC\xe2\x80\x99s established standards, processes, and work instructions
• Maintain proficiency by performing the skill on a regular schedule
• Assist with minor repairs to equipment
• Support the operation of production equipment, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns, and maximize overall equipment efficiency for production rate, first-time quality, and downtime
• Perform necessary pre-operation and/or shut down activities to ensure proper equipment operation
• Assist with product quality by conducting visual and tool measurement inspections, monitoring and adjusting machine output settings, and conducting basic quality control and quality assurance tests
• Drive quality standards and operational efficiencies, offering recommendations for improvements, as you contribute directly to overall plant operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Communicate effectively to all other team members
• Problem-solving for continuous improvement and equipment troubleshooting
• Train others with the skills and knowledge gained from the position

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1-3 years of work experience within a manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to fill in for operators on their assigned machine during absences
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Basic computer skills such as typing, printing, and data entry
• Basic math (addition, subtraction, and fractions)
• Ability to read work instructions (i.e. SOPs, Specs, etc.)

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 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, Georgia, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, 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 \xe2\x80\x93 Caring, Innovation, Trust, and Excellence \xe2\x80\x93 have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior solutions and services for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products), and Safco.

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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.

Required Experience

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow all work safety policies, programs, and guidelines
• Assist in the setup and operation of industrial machinery in accordance with LQC\xe2\x80\x99s established standards, processes, and work instructions
• Maintain proficiency by performing the skill on a regular schedule
• Assist with minor repairs to equipment
• Support the operation of production equipment, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns, and maximize overall equipment efficiency for production rate, first-time quality, and downtime
• Perform necessary pre-operation and/or shut down activities to ensure proper equipment operation
• Assist with product quality by conducting visual and tool measurement inspections, monitoring and adjusting machine output settings, and conducting basic quality control and quality assurance tests
• Drive quality standards and operational efficiencies, offering recommendations for improvements, as you contribute directly to overall plant operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Communicate effectively to all other team members
• Problem-solving for continuous improvement and equipment troubleshooting
• Train others with the skills and knowledge gained from the position

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1-3 years of work experience within a manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to fill in for operators on their assigned machine during absences
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Basic computer skills such as typing, printing, and data entry
• Basic math (addition, subtraction, and fractions)
• Ability to read work instructions (i.e. SOPs, Specs, etc.)

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 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, Georgia, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, 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 \xe2\x80\x93 Caring, Innovation, Trust, and Excellence \xe2\x80\x93 have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior solutions and services for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products), and Safco.

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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.

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