Production Associate

TSG - The Sheridan Group; Emily (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan is hiring for a Manufacturing Associate – Finishing/Bindery. We’ll train you to run high-speed bindery equipment, pack and move materials, and participate in a team that hits daily production goals.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, the ability to follow instructions, read forms, and work reliably with others. Physical work includes lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Ability to understand and follow basic verbal and written instructions.
• Read forms and count accurately; show up reliably and work well with a team.

Responsibilities

• Feed books/signatures into machine and operate finishing/bindery equipment as trained.
• Pack books into cartons and move materials safely around the workspace.
• Perform hand operations and assist the team to meet daily production goals.
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

Team player

Reliable

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

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

1st shift 6:30 AM - 3 PM

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 hiring anyone who is ready 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:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Ability to understand and follow basic verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read sufficiently to identify various printed forms and count accurately.
• Show up reliably and work well with a team

Physical & Work Environment:

Work is performed in a factory environment with regular exposure to dust, dirt, noise, and physical hazards of machinery, plus some exposure to fumes, oils, lubricants, and chemicals.

• Walking: Must be able to walk with ease, as some operations require constant walking.
• Standing: Must be able to stand (almost all jobs operations require long hours) on a concrete floor, or wooden platform.
• Lifting: Must be able to lift various materials weighing up to 50 pounds continuously.
• Twisting: Must be able to twist/rotate at the waist, up to 90 degrees, when loading or packing.

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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