Manufacturing Technician - 3rd Shift

Tweddle Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $0.80/hr

Overtime opportunities

Health benefits

401(K) match

Tuition reimbursement

Safety shoe reimbursement

Job summary

Sheridan Liberty is hiring a 3rd shift Manufacturing Technician to support a high-speed web offset press. You will load rolls, operate an auto-splicer, and perform adjustments to maintain continuous production. The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude and computer familiarity, with on-the-job training available.

We offer overtime, a shift differential, and comprehensive benefits after 30 days, with tuition reimbursement and safety shoe support as part of the package.

Qualifications

• High mechanical aptitude and strong familiarity with computers.
• Experience in manufacturing or printing is preferred but not required.
• Ability to troubleshoot and follow detailed job specifications.

Responsibilities

• Load large paper rolls onto the automatic splicing unit and secure holding chucks.
• Check rolls for blemishes or tears and apply adhesive strips to backups.
• Manage the auto-splicer and adjust for continuous press operation.
• Thread paper through press components following exact job specs.
• Safely move heavy rolls using a mechanical truck to the press area.
• Keep the press and components clean and well-maintained.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Computers

Tools

Auto-splicer

Job description

The Opportunity

Looking for a career where your mechanical skills and tech-savviness pay off? Sheridan Liberty has an immediate opening for 3rd Shift Manufacturing Technician! You will be the backbone of our web offset printing press, keeping production flowing without a hitch. If you are highly mechanical, comfortable with computers, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want you on our team. Experience is preferred, but we will train the right person!

• Shift: 3rd: Sunday-Thursday | 11:00 P.M. - 7:00 A.M.
• Perk: Earn extra cash with our $0.80/hour Shift Differential!
• Schedule: Full-time with occasional mandatory overtime to maximize your earnings.

Why Work at Sheridan?

• Keep Your Weekends: A predictable Sunday–Thursday schedule means your Friday and Saturday nights are entirely yours!
• On-the-Job Training: Tons of opportunities for career growth, development, and skill-building.
• Financial Growth: 401(K) company match, shift differentials, referral bonuses, and lucrative overtime incentives.
• Health Coverage: Excellent full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) eligible after just 30 days.
• Peace of Mind: Company-paid Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability (STD).
• Career Investment: Generous tuition reimbursement programs to help you advance.
• Gear Up: Safety shoe reimbursement program up to $100.

Key Responsibilities

• Load & Position: Load large paper rolls onto the automatic splicing unit, insert the splicer shaft, and secure holding chucks.
• Inspect & Prep: Check rolls for blemishes or tears, cut away damaged areas with a knife, and apply adhesive strips to backup rolls.
• Operate & Adjust: Manage the auto-splicer and make critical adjustments to ensure continuous, uninterrupted press operation.
• Thread & Flow: Thread paper through complex press components following exact job specifications.
• Transport & Logistics: Safely operate a mechanical truck to move heavy paper rolls to the press area as needed.
• Maintain & Clean: Keep the press and components in pristine working order, and prepare flat stock for sheet-fed presses.

Qualifications

• Aptitude: High mechanical aptitude and strong familiarity with computers are required.
• Experience: Previous manufacturing or printing experience is preferred (especially with web offset presses and auto-splicers), but not required.
• Skills: Ability to troubleshoot, adjust auto-splicers, and follow detailed job specifications.
• Detail & Stamina: Sharp eye for inspecting paper quality and the physical stamina to handle large rolls during overnight hours.
• Bonus Points: Certification or experience operating mechanical trucks or lift trucks.

About Sheridan

Sheridan Liberty is a leader in print manufacturing. We are proud to provide stable jobs, excellent benefits, and reliable opportunities for career growth.

Our Commitment to ESG

We strive to make our world better by utilizing ingenuity and technology to minimize our environmental impact, cultivating a business that recognizes the intrinsic value of diversity and inclusion, and requiring accountability, transparency, and integrity in everything we do.

Legal Disclaimers & Accommodations

CJK Group / 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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Location(s)

Sheridan Liberty

Position Type

Regular Full Time

Shift

3rd Shift (11:00 PM- 7:00 AM ) Sunday- Thursday

KGL

KODI

Sheridan

Tweddle Group

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