Bindery Machine Operator – 1st Shift, On-the-Job Training

TSG - The Sheridan Group; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Minnesota is seeking a hands-on bindery operator to learn and run high‑speed bindery equipment in a 1st shift role. You will be trained to set up cutters, folders, stitchers, and binders, ensuring machines run smoothly and quality is maintained.

Work Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM with potential overtime. Safety and teamwork are emphasized in a factory setting that values reliability and quality work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Mechanical inclination and comfort using basic tools.
• Able to read basic job instructions and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate and set up bindery equipment (cutters, folders, stitchers, perfect binders).
• Keep machines running smoothly by adjusting and monitoring quality.
• Work with a team to hit daily production goals.
• Inspect finished products for quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Reading instructions

Reliability

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Sheridan Minnesota is seeking a hands-on bindery operator to learn and run high‑speed bindery equipment in a 1st shift role. You will be trained to set up cutters, folders, stitchers, and binders, ensuring machines run smoothly and quality is maintained.

Work Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM with potential overtime. Safety and teamwork are emphasized in a factory setting that values reliability and quality work.