Logistics Operator

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Sheridan MI has operated in Chelsea, Michigan, for more than 70 years of service to the book publishing industry. Our customers depend on us to convert their ideas into one of the most important inventions man ever made, a book of printed words.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Read and understand work order verifying correct bind type, bulk, trim size, margins and run lengths.
• Learn to interpret the information on the work order and its contents.
• Hold in good faith an industrial truck license supplied by Sheridan MI.
• Understand substrates, bulk, basis weight, color, and sheet and roll size.
• Operate stand-up and/or sit-down industrial trucks to move materials to the appropriate manufacturing areas safely without damage.
• Responsible for industrial truck safety as well as completion of daily industrial truck inspections sheets.
• Perform all functions of material handling including, but not limited to, Shipping, Receiving, Warehouse and work in process (WIP).
• Load and unload tractor trailers.
• When unloading trailers, responsible for inspecting deliveries for damage, prior to taking receipt of materials delivered.
• Accurately and timely key receivables, generate ship sheets, and alert to discrepancies on any documents received from external or internal customers.
• Process, package, and ship small parcel Items
• Communicate with Supervisor as needed.
• Be sure all waste is disposed of properly.
• Perform preventative maintenance, general cleaning and upkeep of industrial truck.
• Exercise initiative, ask questions and look for ways of improving productivity.
• Keep area safe and clean.
• Adequately communicate with oncoming shift
• Perform end of shift duties leaving equipment ready for oncoming shift.
• Assist training new operators and employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school Diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Six months of manufacturing or related experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, workplace, and safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic math skills, add subtract, and ability to use a measuring device.
• Basic problem-solving skills.

DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Previous industrial truck experience preferred.
• Ability to work with the following software packages or programs:
• Effective email and electronic communication skills are required
• Able to work with PrintStream and external computer/software systems
• Ability to work with the following tools or machinery
• Scale
• Banding machine
• Stretch Wrapper
• Label Printer
• Hand tools

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently, 20lbs constantly
• Constantly be able to work in the work activities
• Remain in stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another,
• Communicating with others to exchange information,
• Operating machine and/or power tools
• Work in noisy environments
• Occasionally be able to do the listed activities
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like
• Moving self in different position to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight spaces
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 lbs. in all directions
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Work in high temperatures, small and/or enclosed spaces

SCHEDULE IS MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 1st SHIFT- 7 AM – 3PM

• Overtime pays time and a half after 40 hours per week

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
• Teledoc – 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 saving account
• EAP program

CJK Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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 Manager at 734-475-9145 option 3 or careers.sbi@sheridan.com.