3rd Shift Assistant Machine Operator

3rd Shift Assistant Machine Operator

The role is located in Brooklyn Park, MN. It is a full‑time, entry‑level position that reports directly to a Production Supervisor.

• Support machine operation by assisting with the setup of orders according to customer specifications, following order‑readiness processes, and preparing the right tools to complete the job.
• Assist machine operators during quality checks by inspecting first‑article and reviewing articles throughout the order to identify issues and ensure product quality.
• Support the operator in monitoring production metrics to track progress of production rates, quality, maintenance needs, and downtime.
• Proactively communicate equipment issues to appropriate leaders, assist with troubleshooting and problem solving to maximize overall equipment efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Intermittently assist with minor repairs in partnership with the maintenance team.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area by following post‑order cleaning processes.
• Follow plant safety processes and procedures outlined for the machine center.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent, or 1+ years of manufacturing or comparable experience.
• Experience applying math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Experience reading, following, and completing detailed work instructions.
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

• Experience reading a tape measure to within 1/16”.
• Computer skills such as typing, printing, and data entry.
• Experience in the corrugated industry.
• Experience with operational excellence or continuous improvement programs – Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen.

The pay range is $19.93–$24.68 per hour, plus any applicable shift differential. Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, flexible spending and health savings account options, life & disability insurance, tuition assistance, wellness and mental‑health resources, and financial‑advising services. Eligibility is based on hours worked per week.

• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in hot, humid, or cold manufacturing environments.
• Work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift.
• Bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shift.
• Stand for 6+ hours per shift.
• Walk for 6+ hours per shift.
• Reach and grasp up to 6+ feet.

LDI is a privately held company headquartered in New Hope, Minnesota, employing more than 1,900 people across manufacturing and core business operations in the United States and Mexico. With a legacy in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we serve markets in paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics, and building materials.

LDI 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.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing