Inserter Operator I - 1st Shift

Title: Inserter Operator I Job Classification: Hourly, Non-exemptDepartment: Lettershop Production Reports To: Shift Supervisor and Director of Mailing OperationsShift: 6 am to 2:30 pm, Monday - Friday  General purpose of Job: Learn to proficiently run inserting equipment Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Read & understand job instructions in the form of work ticketsKnow & follow Letter Shop's Standard Operating ProceduresAble to operate 6x9 & #10 OSE size jobs up to 4 inserts properly & safelyResponsible for the quality and quantity of each assigned jobAct as team leader for their machine's assigned workers (sorter/bagger and/or temps), responsible for correct, accurate & quality outcome of all tasks on their machine. Immediately report any production issues to shift supervisor.Ability to sort & containerize all classes of mailAble to read & understand all associated forms & paperworkKeep production areas clean at all timesAny other duties assigned by supervisor Performance Measurement: Performance feedback will take place both verbally and written on a day-to-day as needed basis, recognition in monthly employee recognition meetings, formal training on changes in SOP as needed with a formal review by the supervisor at least annuallyEducation and/or Experience:High school diploma or GED; three to six months related experience.Language and Math Skills:Ability to read a limited number of one & two syllable words. Also to print & speak simple sentences. Ability to add & subtract two digit numbers and to multiply & divide with 10s & 100s.Physical Demands:Standing or walking most of the day, may climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Regularly lift up to 25 pounds, often lift up to 40 lbs & rarely up to 70 lbs. Constant use of hands and arms. Regularly reach with hands and arms, including reaching above shoulder level (Lifting/reaching above shoulder level would seldom be more than 5-10 pounds). Vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, & ability to focus.Work Environment:Work near moving mechanical parts, fumes & air borne particles, risk of electrical shock, and exposure to toxic chemicals. The noise level is moderate to loud. Job Benefits:Employee Ownership (ESOP): Build long-term wealth as an owner in the companyCompetitive Pay with opportunities for overtimeHealth Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision coveragePaid Time Off (PTO) and holidays401(k) Retirement Plan with company match