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Manufacturing Associate-Bindery (1st Shift)

Sheridan
Junction, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 9/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/9/2027

Manufacturing Associate - Bindery (We'll Train You!)

1st shift (7am-3pm) | Full-Time | Competitive Pay Overtime Opportunities

Build Something You Can Hold in Your Hands

At Sheridan Lebanon Junction, your work doesn't disappear into a spreadsheet—it becomes books, catalogs, magazines, and printed materials used by people across the country.

We're looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who are ready to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in print manufacturing. No print industry experience? No problem. We'll provide the training you need to succeed.

What You'll Do

  • Support bindery production by staging, feeding, stacking, organizing, and moving materials throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Prepare printed materials for finishing, packaging, and shipment while ensuring quality and accuracy.
  • Sort, separate, and handle printed materials according to job specifications.
  • Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, carts, hoists, and other production support equipment.
  • Label, band, wrap, and secure finished products for storage, transfer, or customer shipment.
  • Complete production records and maintain accurate inventory and material tracking information.
  • Perform quality checks to ensure products meet customer and company standards.
  • Work closely with operators and team members to keep production flowing safely and efficiently.
  • Follow safety procedures and help maintain a clean, organized work environment.

What We're Looking For

No bindery experience? No problem. We'll train you.

We're looking for people who:

  • Have experience working in manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, distribution, construction, or other hands-on environments.
  • Enjoy physical, active work and staying busy throughout the shift.
  • Are dependable and committed to showing up and contributing to the team.
  • Pay attention to detail and take pride in producing quality work.
  • Can follow written instructions and work safely in a production environment.
  • Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new skills.

It's a Plus If You Have

  • Previous manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, receiving, or material handling experience.
  • Experience operating pallet jacks, forklifts, or other material handling equipment.
  • Experience working in a print, packaging, paper converting, or production environment.
  • Knowledge of inventory, shipping, or production documentation processes.

Physical & Work Environment

  • Stand and walk for most of the shift.
  • Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
  • Perform repetitive bending, reaching, twisting, and material handling activities.
  • Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with moving equipment and varying noise levels.
  • Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing protection and safety footwear.

Why Join Sheridan?

  • Stable, full-time career with a growing company
  • Comprehensive benefits after 30 days, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Overtime opportunities.
  • Employee referral bonus program.
  • Employee discounts and wellness resources.
  • Safety-focused culture with PPE provided and safety shoe reimbursement.
  • On-the-job training and opportunities for career advancement.
  • Opportunity to learn valuable manufacturing and production skills that can lead to future growth within the company.

Start your manufacturing career with Sheridan and become part of a team that creates products seen and used worldwide.

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 at sljhrteam@sheridan.com.

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Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

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