Tipper Operator

CJK Group•Lebanon Junction, KY

About The Position

Sheridan Lebanon Junction, a CJK Company, is hiring a Tipper Operator for its Bindery team. The role operates tipping equipment to affix inserts, cards, samples, and other components to printed materials while maintaining quality, meeting production schedules, and minimizing waste. The position is on the first shift, from 7 AM to 3 PM, and is full-time. The posting describes competitive pay and overtime opportunities but does not specify a salary range. The operator sets up and adjusts tipping machines, loads materials and adhesives, checks placement and adhesion, monitors production, and troubleshoots minor mechanical issues. The role also includes recording production counts, completing documentation, following safety procedures, wearing required PPE, and keeping the work area organized. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Prior bindery, tipping, or printing experience and experience with mechanical troubleshooting are beneficial but not required. The work takes place on a manufacturing and printing production floor, with exposure to noise, paper dust, and moving machinery. Physical demands include standing for extended periods, lifting up to 40–50 pounds as required, and frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm movements. The company offers paid hands-on training, career advancement opportunities, and benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate production equipment.
Ability to read measurements and understand production specifications and job tickets.
Strong attention to detail, precision, and quality.
Good time management skills and focus on productivity.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Strong safety awareness and compliance with workplace safety rules.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Ability to stand for extended periods on the production floor.
Ability to safely lift up to 40–50 pounds as required.
Ability to perform frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm movements.
Ability to work safely in a manufacturing and printing environment with exposure to noise, paper dust, and moving machinery.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE) constantly.

Nice To Haves

Previous bindery, tipping, or printing experience.
Experience troubleshooting mechanical issues and performing basic machine maintenance.
Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and adjust tipping machines according to job specifications and production schedules.
Read and interpret job tickets, work orders, and production specifications.
Tip inserts, reply cards, samples, or other materials onto printed pieces accurately.
Load materials, adhesives, and components into the machine properly.
Perform quality checks for placement, adhesion, and alignment of tipped components.
Monitor machine performance and make adjustments to maintain efficiency.
Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and perform basic machine maintenance.
Maintain accurate production counts and complete required documentation.
Follow safety procedures, wear required PPE, and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Communicate issues or concerns to supervisors or maintenance promptly.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.