Commingle Operator

Japs-Olson Company; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision and dental insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Paid holidays and floating holidays

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Japs-Olson Company is hiring for an entry-level Commingle Operator on the night shift in Saint Louis Park, MN. You will sort mail pieces and prepare them for delivery, rotating through multiple tasks to support efficient processing and on-time shipments.

No prior experience required; the role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to perform physical tasks throughout an extended shift. Competitive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role; no prior experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to standard processes.
• Willingness to learn multiple roles and adapt to changing production needs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8–12 hours per shift).
• Ability to perform physical tasks including bending, lifting, twisting, and repetitive movement.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations on the commingle line to ensure accurate and efficient mail sorting.
• Follow established processes to prepare mail for designated delivery regions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Cross-train and rotate between multiple roles within the commingle process, including Gridder, Sweeper, and Destination duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Learning mindset

Physical endurance

Lifting heavy objects

Adaptability

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
• Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 hourly
• Job Shift: Nights

About the Company

At Japs-Olson (JO), we believe a career should be more than a job - it should be an opportunity to create a lasting impression. As a trusted leader in direct mail and commercial printing for over a century, JO is proud to be an employer of choice in the Twin Cities, empowering our team to solve problems creatively within a culture of collaboration and growth.

Whether you're a recent graduate eager to launch your career, seeking meaningful work that aligns with your values, or a seasoned professional ready to share your expertise, JO is a place where your contributions can make a difference. We offer competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance, all within a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to grow and succeed.

Join JO, where progress is celebrated, people are uplifted, and your ideas can make a difference every day.

Position Summary

The Commingle Operator is an entry‑level production role responsible for sorting and preparing mail pieces for delivery to the appropriate postal regions. This position works as part of a team on the commingle line and rotates through multiple functions to support efficient mail processing, accuracy, and on‑time shipment.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Support daily operations on the commingle line to ensure accurate and efficient mail sorting.
• Follow established processes to prepare mail for designated delivery regions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Cross‑train and rotate between multiple roles within the commingle process, including:
• Gridder – Stage and load incoming (uncommingled) mail into machine to be commingled.
• Sweeper – Work directly on the machines by collecting sorted mail pieces and placing them into the correct bins based on destination.
• Destination – Handle completed trays of sorted mail and palletize them by delivery location for shipment to the post office.

Qualifications

• Entry‑level role; no prior experience required (manufacturing or production experience is a plus).
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to standard processes.
• Willingness to learn multiple roles and adapt to changing production needs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8–12 hours per shift).
• Ability to perform physical tasks including frequent bending, lifting, twisting, and repetitive movement.
• Ability to lift and move materials as needed throughout the shift.

Benefits

• Affordable medical insurance plans.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions.
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions.
• Additional voluntary benefits.
• Paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Company‑sponsored life insurance.
• Short and long‑term disability.

JO is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

Due to the nature of the manufacturing environment, Japs‑Olson Company considers this position to be safety‑sensitive. All job offers are conditional based on satisfying a 9‑panel drug screening and physical test in accordance with the Drug Testing in the Workplace Act.