Dispatch Operator I

Job Summary:

The Dispatch Operator I ensures that trays are secured, scanned, and sorted based on CSA requirements. The Dispatcher presents palletized mail to the in-house clerk for validation and subsequent release.

There are multiple openings for this role, working schedules are as below: 

AM Shift: Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM

PM Shift: Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

All associates are required to work the 1st Monday of the month, and must be available to do overtime. 

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Manual inspection of printed material and trays before subsequent removal and sleeving of trays from the conveyor. 
• Strapping and palletization of trays based on job instructions given by floor supervisor.
• Delivering equipment to aid on production line.
• Scanning and palletizing trays based on CSA requirements. 
• Wrapping and preparing pallets for transport.
• Ensure work area is free of hazards and clean of debris.
• Follows all required safety procedures and communicates all concerns regarding safety to the department manager. 
• Complete production time keeping records (Data Collection) via Pace inclusive of logging time against the proper activity codes, quantity produced, and materials where applicable. 
• Work with other departments to ensure job schedules are maintained and customer expectations are exceeded. 
• General warehouse and other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Attention to detail and quality control.
• Cooperative and team-oriented attitude
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions.
• Must be dependable, able to follow instructions and respond to management direction.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma 
• Prior warehouse type setting experience a plus
• Experience in mail processing is a plus.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Lifting requirements of 35 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of standing at workstation.
• Extended periods of focused reading of mail pieces and labels.
• Must be able to continuously stand, walk, reach, extend, bend, stoop, and squat throughout the shift.
• Will be exposed to a loud noise environment.
• May be exposed to dust.
• Extended work shifts may be required due to business needs and the flexibility to work overtime and weekends are required.