Top 100 Entry level operator Jobs in Grand Rapids, Mi

Manufacturing Operator - Bindery
Sheridan —Grand Rapids, MI
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Hand tools
- Mechanical knowledge
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Machine Operator - 3rd Shift (10% Shift Differential)
Farmers Insurance Group —Caledonia, MI
- $45,400 - $47,670 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Laser Operator - 3rd shift - Experienced
Metal Components LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- $21 - $27 an hour
- Overtime
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Mix Room Operator - 2nd Shift (3pm - 11pm)
General Formulations —Sparta, MI
- Heavy lifting
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
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Machine Technician (2nd Shift)
Fettig.jobs Board —Cedar Springs, MI
- Up to $21 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Blown Film Extrusion Operator (Day Shift)
Ari Walsh —Sparta, MI
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- In-person
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Automatics Press Operator - 2nd and 3rd Shift
Ridgeview Industries, Inc. —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $19.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- English
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Polyurethane Molding Technician (1 yr manufacturing experience REQD)
PURforms —Lowell, MI
- $17 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- 1 year
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Cutter Operator
Sheridan —Grand Rapids, MI
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical knowledge
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
4d
Inspector / Paint Line Associate
Fettig.jobs Board —Cedar Springs, MI
- $17 an hour
- Call employer
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Referral program
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12d
Machine Operator III - 2nd Shift
Bradford Company —Holland, MI
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
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Ink Production Technician
Express Employment Professionals —Wyoming, MI
- $18 an hour
- Overtime
- Driver's License
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Brake Press Operator
Great Lakes Skilled Trades —Marne, MI
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- In-person
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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7d
Machine Operator - 3rd Shift
Oliver Healthcare Packaging —Grand Rapids, MI
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
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Production Operator
Bosch Group —Grand Rapids, MI
- $24.31 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Concrete Sawing Operator (Entry-Level / Will Train)
Diamond Concrete Sawing —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $70,000 a year
- Overtime
- Heavy lifting
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Automatic Press Operator
Pridgeon and Clay Inc. —Grand Rapids, MI
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Production Operator I - Plating
Knape and Vogt Manufacturing Company —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
911 Dispatcher (Emergency Communications Operator I)
County of Kent —Grand Rapids, MI
- $22.78 an hour
- Nights as needed
- Bilingual
- High school diploma or GED
- Typing
- On-the-job training
- Referral program
Production Operator - Nights
H.B. Fuller —Grand Rapids, MI
- $24.50 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- English
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Manufacturing Operator - Bindery

Sheridan -
Grand Rapids, MI

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Safety equipment provided
Referral program

Qualifications

Assembly quality control testing
Machine setup
Finished product defect inspection
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Maintaining an organized workspace
Machine operation
Industrial equipment adjustment
Moving
Shop math
High school diploma or GED
Manufacturing standard operating procedures
Dimensional measurements
Paper binding
Measuring instruments
Document binding
Product quality assurance
Clean workspace maintenance
Safety standard operating procedures
Hand tools
Paper cutting machines
Mechanical knowledge
Entry level
Equipment adjustment (production tasks)
Under 1 year

Full Job Description

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

2nd - Shift | Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 11:00pm
Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Overtime Opportunities

Build Something You Can Hold in Your Hands

At Sheridan your work doesn't disappear into a spreadsheet—it becomes books, catalogs, and printed materials people use every day. If you've worked with machines, enjoy hands-on work, and take pride in quality, we'll train you to run high-speed bindery equipment.

We're hiring anyone who is ready to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in print manufacturing.

What You'll Do

Feed books into machine
Trim book covers
Learn to interpret the information on the work order and its contents.
Safely move materials/books to and from workstation
Perform hand operations as required
Safely operate trimmer
Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards
Follow safety procedures and help maintain a clean, organized workspace

What We're Looking For

No bindery experience? No problem—we'll train you.
We're looking for people who:

Have experience operating machinery in any industry (manufacturing, warehouse, trades, etc.)
High school Diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education or 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
Are mechanically inclined and comfortable using basic tools
Can read basic job instructions and measurements
Take pride in doing quality work
Show up reliably and work well with a team

It's a plus if you have:

Print, bindery, or finishing experience
Experience setting up or adjusting production equipment

Physical & Work Environment

On your feet for most of the shift
Fast-paced, team-oriented production floor
Lift up to 20 lbs occasionally

Why Join Sheridan?

Stable, full-time career with a growing company
Comprehensive benefits after 30 days (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
Paid time off + holidays
Overtime opportunities
Referral bonuses & employee discounts
Safety-first culture (PPE provided, shoe reimbursement)
Real opportunity to learn skilled equipment and advance

About Us

Sheridan is part of the Sheridan Group, a leader in print manufacturing. We produce high-quality printed materials for publishers and organizations nationwide—and we invest in the people who make it happen.

Apply Today

If you are interested in gaining hands-on trade experience and building a strong career foundation, we would welcome the opportunity to hear from you.

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 location HR Manager at 616-818-4396, at [email protected].

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entry level operator jobs in grand rapids, mi

Manufacturing Operator - Bindery

Machine Operator - 3rd Shift (10% Shift Differential)

Laser Operator - 3rd shift - Experienced

Mix Room Operator - 2nd Shift (3pm - 11pm)

Machine Technician (2nd Shift)

Blown Film Extrusion Operator (Day Shift)

Automatics Press Operator - 2nd and 3rd Shift

Polyurethane Molding Technician (1 yr manufacturing experience REQD)

Cutter Operator

Inspector / Paint Line Associate

Machine Operator III - 2nd Shift

Ink Production Technician

Brake Press Operator

Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Production Operator

Concrete Sawing Operator (Entry-Level / Will Train)

Automatic Press Operator

Production Operator I - Plating

911 Dispatcher (Emergency Communications Operator I)

Production Operator - Nights

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