Production Assistant
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Job overview
Sheridan is hiring a Production Assistant. Sheridan is hiring a Manufacturing Associate – Finishing/Bindery to operate high‑speed bindery equipment on the 2nd shift, feeding books, packing cartons, moving materials, performing hand operations, inspecting finished products, and maintaining safety and cleanliness in a factory environment.
Key focus areas include Feed books/signatures into machine., Pack books into cartons., and Safely move materials/books to and from workstation..
Important skills include Machine Operation, Hand Operations, Collaboration, Quality Inspection, and Safety Procedures.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Job Duties
Manufacturing Associate – Finishing/Bindery (We’ll Train You!)
2nd shift 2:30PM - 11PM
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.
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.
If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to apply for employment, please contact the location HR Manager at 218-829-2877 or [email protected].
Minimum Education Required
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
Minimum Experience 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
Shift
Second (Evening)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes
Physical Required
No
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$15.50 / Hourly
Additional Compensation
$1.00/hour shift differential
Postal Code
56401
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
SMN1909
Job Benefits
Paid time off & holidays.
Competitive compensation.
Medical (PPO and HSA Plans), Dental, Vision.
First Stop Health – convenient no- or low-cost telemedicine services.
Confidential and free EAP program for wellness and mental health.
Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
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