Assistant Press Operator - Liberty, MO
Liberty · On-site
About this role
Senior Manufacturing Associate - Machine Operator in Liberty
2nd Shift | Monday-Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Overtime Opportunities
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
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Job Summary
Sheridan is seeking an Assistant Press Operator/Senior manufacturing Associate for our Liberty, MO facility.
- Shift: 2nd - Monday - Friday - 3:00 P.M.- 11:00 P.M.
- Role: Prepare, operate, and maintain web press equipment to ensure high-quality production.
Key Responsibilities
- Setup: Open, inspect, shaft, and web up paper rolls to correct width.
- Adjustments: Set nip rollers, change blades, adjust folder pins, and set web guides.
- Delivery: Adjust paper feed guides, stacker belt tension, and bundle lengths.
- Printing: Engage print units, hang blankets, and monitor water and dampening systems.
- Quality: Read quality plans, check plates for flaws, and match color proofs.
- Maintenance: Wash up the press, clean equipment, and lubricate machinery daily.
- Safety: Safely operate stackers, clear down time by cleaning, and follow safety protocols.
Qualifications
- Experience: Web press experience preferred, but we will train the right person!
- Skills: Strong understanding of printing processes or mechanical aptitude.
- Problem-Solving: Solid troubleshooting skills and ability to handle practical variables.
- Communication: Clear communication skills to read instructions and work in teams.
- Physical: Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Why Work at Sheridan?
- Great Work-Life Balance: Paid Holidays, plus one custom floating holiday you pick yourself!
- Financial Growth: 401(K) company match, referral bonuses, and overtime incentives.
- Health Coverage: Excellent full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) eligible after 30 days.
- Peace of Mind: Company-paid Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability (STD).
- Career Investment: Tuition reimbursement programs to help you grow.
- Gear Up: Safety shoe reimbursement up to $120.
Legal Disclaimers & Accommodations
- EEO Statement: 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.
- Reasonable Accommodation: If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to apply for employment, please contact the location Human Resources department.
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Company at a glance
CJK Group is a privately held portfolio of international printing, publishing services, and technology/information solutions companies that support the book, magazine, catalog, journal, and commercial publishing industries as well as information providers.
The organization is headquartered in Brainerd, MN, and includes the following companies:
-Continuum
-KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd.
-Sheridan
-Tweddle Group
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryPrinting Services
Location
Liberty, Missouri, United States
Websitecjkgroup.com
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Top Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Floating holiday
- 401(k) company match
- Referral bonuses
- Overtime incentives
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Term life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Tuition reimbursement
- Safety shoe reimbursement
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