Manufacturing Operator - Bindery - 2nd Shift

Manufacturing Operator – Bindery  (We’ll Train You!) 

2nd Shift | Monday - Friday | 3:00PM - 11:00PM
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 hiring team members ready to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in print manufacturing. 

What You’ll Do 

• Learn to operate and set up bindery equipment (cutters, folders, stitchers, and perfect binders) 

• Keep machines running smoothly by making adjustments and monitoring quality 

• Work as part of a team to hit daily production goals 

• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards 

• Troubleshoot minor issues and keep production moving 

• Follow safety procedures and help maintain a clean, organized workspace 

What We're Looking For

• 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 & Work Environment 

• On your feet for most of the shift 

• Fast-paced, team-oriented production floor 

• Lift up to 20 lbs occasionally 

Why Join Sheridan? 

• Stable, full-time career with a growing company (part of CJK Group) 

• 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 Michigan 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. 

Apply Today 

If you’re ready to learn a skilled trade and build a career, we want to hear from 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 HRHelpDesk.sbi@sheridan.com.  

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