An Inserting Machine Operator sets up, loads, unloads, maintains, and troubleshoots the Insert Machine to produce accurate work on a timely basis. The operator conducts quality checks and performs other tasks as needed.
2nd Shift Schedule: 3:30 pm - 12:00 am, Monday - Friday; overtime as required
Due to the nature of our business, mandatory overtime is required during high-volume production periods and other times of increased workload. Flexibility to work extended shifts and/or weekends is an essential requirement of this position.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Places pieces of mailings into the hoppers of the inserting machines by the handful.
- Sets up and operates machine to optimum performance.
- Removes inserted envelopes by the handful and places in trays.
- May band material.
- Checks material for correct sort and matches.
- Place correct tray tags on trays.
- Place sleeves on trays and put trays on pallets.
- Place mail in bags, as needed
- Performs other duties as required.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Experience with operator machines or direct mail is a plus, but training will be provided
- Ability to read and comprehend job orders and client specifications
- Ability to apply written instructions for machine set-up and maintenance
- Ability to communicate effectively with other employees of the organization
- Excellent attention to detail
- Proven history of punctuality and a strong work ethic
- Applicants must successfully pass a background check
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to read and write in English
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking
- Requires occasional bending at the waist.
- Requires stooping on occasion
- Repetitious pinching and gripping.
- Regularly requires the constant lifting of 15 to 25 lbs.
- Periodically requires the constant lifting of up to 45 lbs. when inserting calendars.
