Process Technician

Description

The Process Technician plays a key role in supporting manufacturing operations by developing, implementing, and maintaining standardized operating procedures, accurate routing times, and effective training programs. This position collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize documentation, ensure process consistency, and support performance tracking and improvement initiatives to optimize safety, quality and efficiency. This full-time position will report to the Plant Manager at our Safco Products location in Milford, Iowa.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute training process in partnership with Process Engineer for onboarding new and existing products into the Milford facility
• Create, maintain, and improve process documentation including SOPs, visual work instructions, workflow diagrams, and packaging documentation
• Conduct time studies and ensure routing times are accurate and up to date
• Coordinate directly with Engineering to address product concerns and support new product introductions and release
• Partner with Production to identify and help resolve BOM-related questions and escalate to resolution
• Delivers training on educational tools and platforms, including work instructions and process documentation
• Champion the use of learning platforms and visual management tools across the facility
• Create and maintain packaging documentation, including bulk packaging support
• Support cross-functional projects involving quality, engineering, and operations
• Oversee documentation and training processes, ensuring materials are current and effective
• Gather feedback from stakeholders to continuously improve training content
• Identify risks or inefficiencies and proactively work toward resolution

• Other duties, as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minium of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with process control systems and manufacturing equipment
• Ability to use inspection tools and read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong communication skills required for both learning and teaching technical procedures
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with computers (e.g., MS Office, ERP systems)

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Associates degree in technical or manufacturing-related field preferred
• Experience in creating and maintaining documentation in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in a wood / metal manufacturing plant a plus
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and process control

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting pay range for this position is $22.75 - $28.44 per hour. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

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.

• Regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks
• Manual and finger dexterity used regularly with some repetitive finger motions
• Ability to work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision; able to identify colors, small letters, and numbers; hand/eye coordination, depth perception and able to adjust focus
• Hearing and speaking
• Other conditions may include frequent reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, and gripping.

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 solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includesLiberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom SolutionsandQuarrix 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.