Shift Coordinator (We’ll Train You!)
3rd Shift (11PM-7AM) | Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Overtime Opportunities
Ensure Quality in Every Print
At Sheridan Lebanon Junction, we are passionate about bringing books and publications to life through high-quality printing and finishing. Our talented teams turn ideas into finished products people can hold, read, and enjoy. If you are an experienced leader looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment where you can direct shift operations, guide high-performing teams, and ensure customer commitments are met, we’d love to have you join us as a Shift Coordinator.
What You’ll Do
As a Shift Coordinator in our Shipping Department, you will oversee daily shipping operations during your assigned shift to maximize productivity, ensure accurate and timely shipments, maintain top quality standards, and control operating costs. This position provides direction and guidance to shipping employees, monitors workflow, ensures safety compliance, and coordinates activities with other departments:
- Oversee daily shipping operations, provide direction and instruction to shipping employees, and monitor performance and workload distribution to maximize efficiency and minimize delays or errors.
- Maintain a hands-on presence in daily activities, resolve routine shipping issues, and communicate operational changes or concerns to the Shipping Manager and appropriate departments.
- Coordinate the preparation, packaging, labeling, and accurate shipment of finished products according to customer specifications and established schedules.
- Set up and organize truck loads for maximum trailer utilization, schedule and adjust carrier pickup times, and process shipments through FedEx, UPS, and other shipping systems.
- Track and trace delayed, missing, or lost shipments; review distribution reports and communicate changes affecting shipment quantities or schedules to Customer Service and Scheduling.
- Audit work processes and finished shipments to verify compliance with quality standards, shipping specifications, and company procedures; initiate corrective actions for discrepancies.
- Enforce company safety policies and required PPE usage, monitor safe operation of material-handling equipment, ensure proper maintenance/repairs, and keep a clean, organized work area.
- Monitor shipping supplies/materials for timely replenishment, maintain accurate daily production and operational records, and prepare performance reports as requested.
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions, diagrams, schedules, work orders, and shipping documentation, with solid basic math skills.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and operate shipping systems, carrier software, and internal computer programs.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and sound decision-making under pressure.
Bonus Points If You Have
- Previous experience in shipping, warehousing, distribution, or a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Previous leadership, team coordination, or supervisory experience preferred.
- Forklift experience and safe operation of material-handling equipment (powered lifts, pallet jacks, stretch-wrappers, strapping equipment, tape fasteners, etc.) preferred.
Physical Requirements
This is an active, hands-on leadership role in a manufacturing and shipping environment:
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking on concrete floors for 8-12 hours per shift.
- Ability to regularly walk, climb, sit, bend, squat, reach, and perform repetitive pushing, pulling, and grasping movements.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds and frequently lift/carry up to 35 pounds.
- Working safely around moving equipment, material-handling activities, and varying levels of noise.
- Constant use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to safe material handling practices.
Why Join Sheridan?
- Stable, full-time employment with an industry leader.
- A safe, values-based workplace built on integrity and respect.
- Career advancement and professional growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- A 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid company holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement for approved coursework.
- Company-paid basic life and short-term disability insurance.
- First Stop Health telemedicine services at little to no cost.
- Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellness and mental health support.
- Employee referral bonus programs.
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.