Light Equipment Operator 2

Lakeside Book Company; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 26,381 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Growth promotion opportunities

Safe work environment

Employee events

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company is seeking a detail-oriented Sheeter Operator / Material Handler to join our production team in Hagerstown, MD. In this role, you will ensure the smooth operation of high-speed printing by converting large rolls of paper into precision-cut sheets.

Your responsibilities include setting up machinery, conducting quality checks, and handling materials safely. We value a clean and safe work environment, offering opportunities for growth and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of experience operating a stand-up forklift or electric pallet jack is required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to read and execute written job instructions.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate industrial paper sheeting machinery.
• Safely move, stage, and deliver paper stock throughout the plant.
• Conduct regular quality checks on cut paper.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products.

Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing.

As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™.

Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace.

Are you a detail-oriented machine operator who enjoys active, hands‑on work? We are seeking a reliable Sheeter Operator / Material Handler to join our production team.

In this role, you will be responsible for converting large rolls of paper into precision‑cut sheeted paper for our pressroom. You will manage machine setups, perform routine maintenance, and transport heavy materials to ensure our high‑speed printing operations never face downtime.

Pay: $19.15 /hr. - $25.00/hr.

Shift: Monday – Friday 7am-7pm

Location: 18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742

Culture & Engagement: Safety First Standard, Food Trucks, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program, Advancement Opportunities!

Job Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Setup and operate industrial paper sheeting machinery in strict accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Material Logistics: Safely move, stage, and deliver paper stock throughout the plant using forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and manual equipment.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular, meticulous quality checks on cut paper to ensure precise sizing, clean edges, and zero product defects.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform basic preventative maintenance (PMs) and minor troubleshooting to keep the sheeter running at peak efficiency.
• Team & Floor Support: Work collaboratively with sheeting department personnel and floor staff to meet daily production goals.

What You Bring

• Equipment Experience: 6 months to 1 year of experience operating a stand‑up forklift or electric pallet jack is required.
• Technical Competencies: Strong mechanical aptitude, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to accurately read a standard ruler.
• Core Skills: Ability to read and execute written job instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to stand and walk continuously for a 12-hour shift.
• Strength & Material Handling: Comfort lifting 45–60 lbs regularly, and the physical capability to push/pull up to 1,100 lbs using a manual pallet jack.
• Environment: Adaptable to working in varying plant conditions, with potential exposure to controlled, non-toxic chemical vapors or mists typical of a print manufacturing environment.

What we offer

• Clean and safe work environment
• Work-life balance
• Growth and promotion opportunities
• Great culture and co‑workers

Phoenix Color provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.