Finishing Technician

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As one of the leading print and publishing service providers in the nation, Sheridan prints everything from popular novels to prestigious education and trades books, and so much more. A career at Sheridan is so much more than just a job. We work hard, we have fun, and we are proud of what we do.   

Job Summary:

To assist in the fabrication and distribution of books and other related products. Transfer of material on and off a stitcher/binder/collator machine.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Take stacks of book blocks off a pallet and feed into a trimmer.
• Transfer completed bundles of product off machine conveyor, load into a carton, and send through a carton machine or stack on a pallet.
• Transfer, place, lift and/or stack various pallets, trays, or Gaylords as needed.
• Push, pull, and move bundle clamp to placed logged product onto hopper loader/stream feeders.
• Use a hand jack or motorized Raymond or Big Joe lift.
• Straighten and align paper signatures.
• Correctly load feeder pockets with signatures.
• Inspect and stack final product.
• Consumption/assignment of all load flags at end of job,
• Routing, staging, and documenting of product moved from machine.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate with other members of the staff.
• Ability to use a hand jack or motorized Raymond or Big Joe lift.
• Ability to use a computer, scissors, and tape gun.
• Ability to understand standard operating procedures of the department and follow them consistently.
• Ability to straighten & align paper signatures.
• Ability to correctly load feeder pockets with signatures.
• Ability to inspect & stack final product.
• Able to work overtime on a needed basis.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to utilize down time effectively by separating rejected signatures or general cleaning tasks in work area ( i.e., sweeping).
• Ability to insert magazines into envelopes and other tasks per customer requests (handwork).

What’s in It for You?

• On-the-job training programs through Sheridan Academy. 
• Career advancement with an employer who supports your development. 
• Tuition reimbursement for approved coursework. 
• A best-workplace culture that fosters life-long friendships and encourages fun. 
• A successful and growing industry-leading company. 
• An employee referral program that pays you money. 
• A variety of shift and schedule options. 
• Paid vacation & holidays. 
• Competitive compensation. 
• Medical (PPO and HSA Plans), Dental, Vision. 
• Teladoc – convenient no- or low-cost medical 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. 
• A safe, values-based company that acts with integrity and respect for all. 

CJK Group 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.

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