Manufacturing Associate - Bindery

CJK Group, Inc. • Pontiac, IL

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About The Position

Sheridan Pontiac, a CJK Company, is hiring a Manufacturing Associate for its bindery operations. The role moves materials by hand to and from machinery and transfers materials or finished products from presses and machines to pallets. The position has openings on the 2nd shift (3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.) and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.).

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of general warehouse layout, item identification codes, warehouse procedures, and storage areas to place or pull paper stock, signatures, and materials according to standard procedures.
• Ability to feed, stock, move, jog, arrange, unload, and rotate items on or off bindery and/or finishing equipment according to operating instructions or under the guidance of a bindery operator or supervisor.
• Ability to complete forms related to stock description, quantity, unit of issue, and labeling requirements for incoming and outgoing materials.
• Basic skill in using manual dollies, carts, or hand trucks and material-handling hand tools and equipment, including hammers, pliers, strapping and stretch-wrapping tools, tape fasteners, and metal-band shears.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around for extended periods during the workday.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 20 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.
• Ability to exert negligible force constantly to move objects or adjust machinery.
• Ability to bend, twist, and reach to perform tasks and adjust equipment.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment and use protective equipment, such as ear protection, when necessary.
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience operating bindery or production machinery, preferably in a printing or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with industrial safety standards and practices in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous experience in a team-oriented environment, communicating effectively with colleagues and management to ensure efficient workflow.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders to determine which materials need to be moved.
• Load and unload materials from pallets by hand.
• Move materials from storage or work sites to designated areas.
• Attach identification tags or labels to materials, or mark information on containers.
• Stack materials into bundles and band bundles together.
• Clean the work area, make minor repairs, and assist machine operators.
• Perform very basic clerical functions as needed.
• Assist with equipment setup.
• Assist the crew with webbing up the press.
• May lead or train other material handlers.
• Follow and promote safety policies and procedures, including hazardous-waste handling, lockout/tagout rules, and hearing and eye protection policies.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus
• On-the-job training through Sheridan Academy
• Career advancement and development support
• Tuition reimbursement for approved coursework
• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee referral program
• Medical insurance, including PPO and HSA plans
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• No- or low-cost telemedicine services
• Confidential employee assistance program for wellness and mental health
• Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed