Manufacturing Associate - Bindery (We'll Train You!)

TKC - Kodi Collective LLC; Lake Milton (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits after 30 days

Paid time off + holidays

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Sheridan is hiring a Manufacturing Associate – Finishing/Bindery for the daytime shift 7a–7p. We’ll train you to run high-speed bindery equipment creating books, catalogs, and printed materials.

No prior bindery experience is required; you’ll learn on the job. You’ll feed materials, pack books, inspect quality, and work with a team to meet daily production goals. On-site with overtime opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in manufacturing, warehouse, or trades.
• High School Diploma or GED, or 1–3 months related training.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, safety rules, and manuals.
• Basic math skills and ability to use measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Feed books/signatures into machine.
• Pack books into cartons.
• Safely move materials to and from workstation.
• Perform hand operations as required.
• Work as part of a team to hit daily production goals.
• Inspect finished products for quality standards.
• Follow safety procedures and keep workspace clean.

Skills

Machinery operation

Team collaboration

Reading comprehension

Basic math

Quality inspection

Hand tool use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Manufacturing Associate – Finishing/Bindery (We’ll Train You!)

Daytime Shift 7a – 7p Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Overtime Opportunities

Build Something You Can Hold in Your Hands

At Sheridan your work doesn’t disappear into a spreadsheet—it becomes books, catalogs, and printed materials people use every day. If you’ve worked with machines, enjoy hands‑on work, and take pride in quality, we’ll train you to run high-speed bindery equipment.

We’re hiringanyone who isready to learn, grow, and build a long‑term career in print manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

• Feed books/signatures into machine
• Pack books into cartons
• Safely move materials/books to and from workstation
• Perform hand operations as required
• Work as part of a team to hit daily production goals
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards
• Follow safety procedures and help maintain a clean, organized workspace

What We’re Looking For

No bindery experience? No problem—we’ll train you.

• Have experience operating machineryin any industry (manufacturing, warehouse, trades, etc.)
• High school Diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, workplace, and safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Basic math skills, add subtract, and ability to use a measuring device
• Basic problem-solving skills
• Are mechanically inclined and comfortable using basic tools
• Can read basic job instructions and measurements
• Take pride in doing quality work
• Show up reliably and work well with a team

It’s a plus if you have:

• Print, bindery, or finishing experience
• Experience setting up or adjusting production equipment

Physical & Work Environment

• On your feet for most of the shift
• Fast-paced, team-oriented production floor
• Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally

Why Join Sheridan?

• Stable, full-time careerwith a growing company
• Comprehensive benefits after 30 days(medical, dental, vision, 401k)
• Paid time off + holidays
• Overtime opportunities
• Referral bonuses & employee discounts
• Safety-first culture (PPE provided, shoe reimbursement)
• Real opportunity to learn skilled equipment and advance

About Us

Sheridan is part of the Sheridan Group, a leader in print manufacturing. We produce high-quality printed materials for publishers and organizations nationwide—and we invest in the people who make it happen.

Sheridan is an 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.

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