Sperry: Assistant Bindery Production Operator - 1st Shift

4 Over • Los Angeles, CA

13h • $19 - $21

About The Position

The Assistant Bindery Production Operator helps the Bindery Operator set up, adjust, and safely operate bindery equipment to produce finished products that meet customer specifications and quality standards. Equipment includes MBO folders with pile and continuous feeders, Heidelberg/Stahl folders with continuous feeders, and six-pocket Muller Martini-Presto saddle stitchers.

The role works on the 1st shift, Monday through Friday, for eight or more hours per day and five days per week based on business needs. The primary schedule is 5:00 AM–1:30 PM or similar; training may take place at other times. The stated hourly salary range is $19–$21, with compensation commensurate with experience.

4over describes its plants as climate-controlled and emphasizes a safe, inclusive workplace, employee training, and opportunities for growth and advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency, or six months to one year of related manufacturing experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; listed as preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills when handling machine malfunctions, material shortages, or print-quality errors.
• Ability to adapt to new printing technologies and changes in production schedules.
• Ability to manage multiple jobs and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Ability to organize workflows, prepare materials in advance, and optimize production runs for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Attention to detail in monitoring production quality and identifying defects or inconsistencies.
• Ability to read and understand corporate policies, job-related documents, and written and verbal instructions in English.
• Foundational math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in managing time, with the ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks accurately.

Nice To Haves

• Six months to one year of related experience in a manufacturing environment and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Access the batching system to review batch lists and identify priority jobs.
• Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet customer specifications for custom jobs.
• Prepare machines and set specifications to run products as required.
• Check completed jobs for quality and update the supervisor on job status and schedule.
• Make adjustments to maintain specifications and timely material flow.
• Monitor assigned machines during production to ensure requirements are maintained.
• Unload machines and stack materials on pallets.
• Ensure jobs meet quality and quantity requirements.
• Troubleshoot machine problems and resolve them when possible; notify the Floor Supervisor when needed.
• Maintain machine equipment, including maintenance and lubrication.
• Remove waste items for recycling.
• Immediately report injuries, illnesses, and near misses to management.
• Follow 4over safety rules and regulations.
• Complete and maintain required records and paperwork.
• Perform regular housekeeping in assigned and surrounding areas.
• Attend department and company meetings as needed.
• Wear assigned personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health care and dependent care.
• 4over pays the employee’s premium for Basic Life/AD&D insurance at one times annual salary, up to $500,000.
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary employer match, typically 50% of employee deferrals up to 6% of compensation; immediate vesting.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Accumulating paid time off (PTO), available for use after 90 days of continuous and active full-time service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED