Machine Operator

About the role

Your career awaits... join us! As one of the leading print and publishing service providers in the nation, Sheridan prints everything from popular novels to prestigious education and trades books, and so much more. A career at Sheridan is so much more than just a job. We work hard, we have fun, and we are proud of what we do.

Responsibilities

• Read job ticket and print out instructions.
• Sets up and operates machine which trims books on 3 sides.
• Makes mechanical adjustments to machine to accommodate varying book sizes.
• Ensures quality by continuously monitoring: Squareness of book, size of book, and edges are smooth with no knife marks.
• Continuously controls product waste by monitoring: Downtime, and excessive bad trimmed product.
• Ensures that your crew is made aware of quality standards.
• Led crew by exhibiting proper leadership and continually trains crew.
• Ensures that each person in the crew is performing his job properly in a safe and efficient manner and can perform the duties of his peers and counterparts.
• Maintains proper records including Downtime, and Job report.

Qualifications

• The individual must be able to read a ruler in standard and metric.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Previous Trimmer experience preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• The individual must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Use fingers to grasp.
• Able to stand for up to 12 hours on concrete floors.

What's in It for You?

• On-the-job training programs through Sheridan Academy.
• Career advancement with an employer who supports your development.
• Tuition reimbursement for approved coursework.
• A best-workplace culture that fosters life-long friendships and encourages fun.
• A successful and growing industry-leading company.
• An employee referral program that pays you money.
• A variety of shift and schedule options.
• Paid vacation & holidays.
• Competitive compensation.
• Medical (PPO and HSA Plans), Dental, Vision.
• Teladoc – convenient no- or low-cost medical services.
• Confidential and free EAP program for wellness and mental health.
• Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Benefits

• A safe, values-based company that acts with integrity and respect for all.

Pay

Competitive compensation.

Schedule

• 8 hour shift Monday to Friday
• Second shift Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Machine Operators: 1 year (Preferred)

Skills

• Read a ruler in standard and metric.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Benefits

• On-the-job training programs through Sheridan Academy.
• Career advancement with an employer who supports your development.
• Tuition reimbursement for approved coursework.
• A best-workplace culture that fosters life-long friendships and encourages fun.
• A successful and growing industry-leading company.
• An employee referral program that pays you money.
• A variety of shift and schedule options.
• Paid vacation & holidays.
• Medical (PPO and HSA Plans), Dental, Vision.
• Teladoc – convenient no- or low-cost medical services.
• Confidential and free EAP program for wellness and mental health.
• Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Qualifications

• The individual must be able to read a ruler in standard and metric.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Previous Trimmer experience preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• The individual must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Use fingers to grasp.
• Able to stand for up to 12 hours on concrete floors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.