Inserter Operator I - 1st Shift

Title: Inserter Operator I

Job Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt

Department: Lettershop Production

Reports To: Shift Supervisor and Director of Mailing Operations

Shift: 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 tickets

Know & follow Letter Shop's Standard Operating Procedures

Able to operate 6x9 & #10 OSE size jobs up to 4 inserts properly & safely

Responsible for the quality and quantity of each assigned job

Act 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 mail

Able to read & understand all associated forms & paperwork

Keep production areas clean at all times

Any 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 annually

Education 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 company


• Competitive Pay with opportunities for overtime


• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage


• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match