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Lead Mechanical Engineer

CJK Group
Junction, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026

Lead Mechanical Engineer - onsite at one of these locations: Lebanon Junction, KY, Versailles, KY, or Chelsea, MI!

 

Sheridan. Be part of something greater. Your career awaits…join us!

 

Sheridan Lebanon Junction, a CJK Company, provides high-quality publication and book printing services. Our talented teams and strong capabilities transform ideas into results. With continued growth ahead, we’re looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to work onsite at one of the following locations: Lebanon Junction, KY, Versailles, KY, or Chelsea, MI!

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for leading a small team of machinists with the ability to fabricate and design various frequently used parts for our equipment, stand up and manage a department that will make and inventory frequently used parts for a multiple facility company. 

 

  • Manage a small team of machinists, coaching, setting priorities and effectively meeting department expectations and priorities.  
  • Utilize our company maintenance system to identify “High Volume” items that can be produced internally, understand the re-order quantities and determine minimum qty to inventory in a central location.  
  • Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders and train team members to utilize this equipment. 
  • Efficiently and accurately produce parts to include determining appropriate machine tools to use; calculating where to cut or bore; determining how fast or slow workpiece is fed into machine; determining how much material to remove; selecting tools and materials for the job; planning the sequence of cutting and finishing operations; monitoring and controlling feed rate and speed; ensuring workpiece is properly lubricated and/or cooled; and regulating temperature of workpiece. 
  • Set up, adjust, or operate specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations and teach others to do the same. 
  • Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers. 
  • Review electronic or written blueprints or specifications for a job. 
  • Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean work environment to include complying with OSHA standards and maintaining equipment to applicable code. 
  • Consistently and effectively serve as a positive role model by living Sheridan’s core values. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

 

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate’s degree in related field required or combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of related experience required. 
  • Experience supervising or leading a small team preferred. 
  • Knowledge of CAD and scanning equipment 
  • Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office products 
  • Ability to lead our CNC internal program 
  • Demonstrated experience reverse engineering parts from physical samples — not just programming from existing drawings 
  • Working knowledge of FDM 3D printing: machine operation, slicer software, material selection, and print troubleshooting 
  • Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. 
  • Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. 
  • Expert in machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders. 
  • Ability to consistently and effectively work independently with little or no direction and follow up to complete assignments required. 
  • Ability to demonstrate practical and technical knowledge of the job including an understanding of work instructions, processes, equipment, and materials to perform the job required. 
  • Ability to consistently and effectively complete work and required paperwork thoroughly, accurately, and neatly following established processes and procedures required. 
  • Ability to consistently and effectively demonstrate initiative and creativity; teamwork and cooperation; and adhere to and comply with all company and environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and work rules required. 
  • Ability to direct others, train and coach individuals with their performance. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively with various people across the company at various levels. 
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.  

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Sit or stand for extended periods at a desk or workstation 
  • Regular walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching 
  • Basic hand-eye coordination 
  • Repetitive motions that may include wrists, hands, and/or fingers 
  • Routine ability to lift or move loads up to 10-20 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.  

   

Travel Requirements 

  • Travel required up to 25%, may require overnight stays 

 

WHY WORK FOR SHERIDAN?

  • Job training
  • Career advancement
  • College tuition up to $5,250 per year
  • Paid vacation & holidays
  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical (PPO and HSA Plans), Dental, Vision
  • Telemedicine– convenient and no cost
  • Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Voluntary life
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company paid short-term disability
  • FSA Health and Dependent Care savings accounts
  • HSA Health savings account
  • EAP program

 

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 Team @ sljhrteam@sheridan.com.

 

Salary : $5,250

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