Manufacturing Operator - Press 2nd Shift

KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd
  • Chelsea, MI
    5 days ago

    Job Description

    Manufacturing Operator- Press (We'll Train You!)

    2nd Shift (3PM - 11PM) | 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, magazines, and printed materials used by people across the country.

    We're looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who are ready to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in print manufacturing. No print industry experience? No problem. We'll provide the training you need to succeed.

    What You'll Do

    As a Manufacturing Operator, you'll help keep our printing operation running smoothly by:

    • Setting up and operating single- and multi-color offset printing presses.
    • Reading job instructions and preparing the press for each project.
    • Installing printing plates, adjusting registration, and preparing the press for production.
    • Making color and quality adjustments to ensure every job meets our standards.
    • Monitoring equipment during production and troubleshooting minor issues.
    • Performing routine cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs to keep presses running smoothly.
    • Working safely while collaborating with a supportive team.

    What We're Looking For

    We're looking for someone who:

    • High school diploma or GED
    • At least one year of hands-on experience setting up and running machinery
    • Great communication skills - you're comfortable following instructions and know when to ask questions
    • Confidence reading work orders, safety guidelines, and operating procedures
    • A solid grasp of basic math and measuring tools
    • A problem-solver's mindset - you enjoy figuring out what's wrong and fixing it
    • Mechanical curiosity and the ability to understand how equipment works, with the know-how to make routine adjustments

    Bonus Points If You Have

    Experience with Press operations.

    Physical Requirements

    This is an active, hands-on role that includes:

    • Standing for long periods
    • Frequently using your hands to operate equipment
    • Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
    • Working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with moving equipment and varying noise levels.
    • Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing protection and safety footwear.

    Why Join Sheridan?

    We believe in investing in our employees and creating a workplace where people can build long-term careers. We offer:

    • Stable, full-time employment with a growing company.
    • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits after 30 days.
    • Paid time off and paid holidays.
    • Overtime opportunities.
    • Employee referral bonus program.
    • Employee discounts and wellness resources.
    • Safety-focused workplace with PPE provided and safety shoe reimbursement.
    • Paid, hands-on training and opportunities for career advancement.
    • The chance to develop valuable manufacturing skills and build a rewarding long-term career.

    If you're dependable, mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and ready to build a career in the printing industry, we'd love to meet you!

    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.

    If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to apply for employment, please contact location HR Manager at 734-475-9145, at careers.sbi@sheridan.com.

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChelsea, MI

    Skills

    • Color Printingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Mathematicsunmatched
    • Operations Processesunmatched
    • Printingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Production Controlunmatched
    • Reimbursementunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Spreadsheetsunmatched

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